Bois de Vaux, Penthalaz
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Bois de Vaux is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Penthalaz in the canton of VD. It covers 16 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 122. 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 Bois de Vaux?
Bois de Vaux lies near Penthalaz in the canton of VD. The coordinates are 46.6211, 6.5227.
How large is Bois de Vaux?
The site covers 16 ha according to the federal inventory.
Floodplain: what is it?
Floodplains are habitats shaped by flooding along rivers and lakes, among the most dynamic landscapes there are.
Is Bois de Vaux protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Bois de Vaux in?
Bois de Vaux lies near Penthalaz (VD). The town page collects every protected site around Penthalaz.
Which protected sites are near Bois de Vaux?
The closest are Bois de Vaux (0 km), Les Linardes (1 km) and Venoge, Moulin de Lussery (1 km).