Les Rouvenes, Le Sépey

Fen5 haObject number 1587

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Les Rouvenes is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Le Sépey. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1587. 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 Rouvenes?

Les Rouvenes lies near Le Sépey. The coordinates are 46.3598, 7.0335.

How large is Les Rouvenes?

The site covers 5 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 Rouvenes protected?

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

Which town is Les Rouvenes in?

Les Rouvenes lies near Leysin. The town page collects every protected site around Leysin.

Which protected sites are near Les Rouvenes?

The closest are Joux d'Aï (2 km), Mayen (2 km) and Plan Clocher (2 km).