Les Esserts, Verbier
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Les Esserts is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Verbier in the canton of VS. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 3703. 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 Les Esserts?
Les Esserts lies near Verbier in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.1084, 7.2329.
How large is Les Esserts?
The site covers 4 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 Les Esserts protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Les Esserts in?
Les Esserts lies near Riddes (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Riddes.
Which protected sites are near Les Esserts?
The closest are Chevillard (2 km), Villette (3 km) and Villette (3 km).