Iles des Clous, Yvorne

Floodplain38 haObject number 124

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Iles des Clous (Floodplain)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Floodplain Iles des Clous.

Location and surroundings

Iles des Clous is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Yvorne in the canton of VD. It covers 38 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 124. 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 Iles des Clous?

Iles des Clous lies near Yvorne in the canton of VD. The coordinates are 46.3331, 6.9274.

How large is Iles des Clous?

The site covers 38 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 Iles des Clous protected?

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

Which town is Iles des Clous in?

Iles des Clous lies near Yvorne (VD). The town page collects every protected site around Yvorne.

Which protected sites are near Iles des Clous?

The closest are Pré de l'Oie (2 km), Vers Cort (2 km) and Les Joux (3 km).