Chevillard, Verbier

Fen6 haObject number 1821

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Chevillard is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Verbier in the canton of VS. It covers 6 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1821. 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 Chevillard?

Chevillard lies near Verbier in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.1032, 7.2133.

How large is Chevillard?

The site covers 6 ha according to the federal inventory.

Fen: what is it?

Fens are fed by groundwater or slope water and host many specialised plant and animal species.

Is Chevillard protected?

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

Which town is Chevillard in?

Chevillard lies near Riddes (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Riddes.

Which protected sites are near Chevillard?

The closest are Les Esserts (2 km), Villette (2 km) and Les Condémines - Bagnes (2 km).