Vorrain, Meilen
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Vorrain is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Meilen in the canton of ZH. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 3886. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Vorrain?
Vorrain lies near Meilen in the canton of ZH. The coordinates are 47.2722, 8.6587.
How large is Vorrain?
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 Vorrain protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Vorrain in?
Vorrain lies near Meilen (ZH). The town page collects every protected site around Meilen.
Which protected sites are near Vorrain?
The closest are Prähistorische Pfahlbauten um die Alpen (1 km), Bergmeilen (1 km) and Waldriede am Pfannenstiel (2 km).