Vellano, S. Antonio (Val Morobbia)

Dry meadow0 haObject number 1447

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Vellano is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near S. Antonio (Val Morobbia). It covers 0 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1447. 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 Vellano?

Vellano lies near S. Antonio (Val Morobbia). The coordinates are 46.1700, 9.0548.

How large is Vellano?

The site covers 0 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 Vellano protected?

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

Which town is Vellano in?

Vellano lies near Arbedo-Castione. The town page collects every protected site around Arbedo-Castione.

Which protected sites are near Vellano?

The closest are Melera (2 km), Carena (3 km) and Sasso Guidà (3 km).