Valtschamela, Malix

Dry meadow10 haObject number 11058

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Valtschamela is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Malix. It covers 10 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 11058. 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 Valtschamela?

Valtschamela lies near Malix. The coordinates are 46.8068, 9.5141.

How large is Valtschamela?

The site covers 10 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 Valtschamela protected?

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

Which town is Valtschamela in?

Valtschamela lies near Churwalden. The town page collects every protected site around Churwalden.

Which protected sites are near Valtschamela?

The closest are Stillen Maiensäss (0 km), Malixer Alp (1 km) and Spina (2 km).