Vederscion, Poschiavo

Dry meadow2 haObject number 14136

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Vederscion is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Poschiavo in the canton of GR. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 14136. 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 Vederscion?

Vederscion lies near Poschiavo in the canton of GR. The coordinates are 46.3373, 10.0432.

How large is Vederscion?

The site covers 2 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 Vederscion protected?

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

Which town is Vederscion in?

Vederscion lies near Poschiavo (GR). The town page collects every protected site around Poschiavo.

Which protected sites are near Vederscion?

The closest are Cadera Dafora (1 km), Massela (1 km) and Motta da Cadera (1 km).