La Couaye, Lajoux JU

Fen1 haObject number 6007

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

La Couaye is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Lajoux JU. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 6007. 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 La Couaye?

La Couaye lies near Lajoux JU. The coordinates are 47.2777, 7.1526.

How large is La Couaye?

The site covers 1 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 La Couaye protected?

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

Which town is La Couaye in?

La Couaye lies near Saules. The town page collects every protected site around Saules.

Which protected sites are near La Couaye?

The closest are La Couaye (0 km), Dos le Cras (2 km) and Dos le Cras (2 km).