Vintgins, Ruschein

Dry meadow4 haObject number 8882

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Vintgins is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Ruschein. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 8882. 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 Vintgins?

Vintgins lies near Ruschein. The coordinates are 46.7834, 9.2106.

How large is Vintgins?

The site covers 4 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 Vintgins protected?

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

Which town is Vintgins in?

Vintgins lies near Schluein. The town page collects every protected site around Schluein.

Which protected sites are near Vintgins?

The closest are Rna Löwenstein (0 km), Vorderrhein-Ilanz (1 km) and Acla Gronda (1 km).