Valpaschun, Valchava

Dry meadow1 haObject number 11447

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Valpaschun (Dry meadow)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Dry meadow Valpaschun.

Location and surroundings

Valpaschun is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Valchava in the canton of GR. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 11447. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Valpaschun?

Valpaschun lies near Valchava in the canton of GR. The coordinates are 46.6095, 10.3994.

How large is Valpaschun?

The site covers 1 ha according to the federal inventory.

Dry meadow: what is it?

Dry meadows and pastures are nutrient-poor, sunny grasslands of exceptional biodiversity, created only by traditional management.

Is Valpaschun protected?

Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.

Which town is Valpaschun in?

Valpaschun lies near Val Müstair (GR). The town page collects every protected site around Val Müstair.

Which protected sites are near Valpaschun?

The closest are Plaunpaschun (0 km), Craistas (1 km) and Muglin (1 km).