Solalex, Gryon

Floodplain11 haObject number 303

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Solalex is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Gryon in the canton of VD. It covers 11 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 303. 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 Solalex?

Solalex lies near Gryon in the canton of VD. The coordinates are 46.2890, 7.1405.

How large is Solalex?

The site covers 11 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 Solalex protected?

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

Which town is Solalex in?

Solalex lies near Gryon (VD). The town page collects every protected site around Gryon.

Which protected sites are near Solalex?

The closest are Grand Muveran (0 km), Dru aux Boyards (1 km) and Champ de Gryonne (2 km).