Ciernes Picat, Flendruz

Fen19 haObject number 1444

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Ciernes Picat is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Flendruz in the canton of VD. It covers 19 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1444. 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 Ciernes Picat?

Ciernes Picat lies near Flendruz in the canton of VD. The coordinates are 46.5033, 7.1706.

How large is Ciernes Picat?

The site covers 19 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 Ciernes Picat protected?

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

Which town is Ciernes Picat in?

Ciernes Picat lies near Rougemont (VD). The town page collects every protected site around Rougemont.

Which protected sites are near Ciernes Picat?

The closest are Les Bimis-Ciernes Picat (0 km), Planex Dessous (1 km) and Les Cases (1 km).