Les Verneys, Gryon

Fen4 haObject number 1356

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Les Verneys is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Gryon in the canton of VD. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1356. 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 Verneys?

Les Verneys lies near Gryon in the canton of VD. The coordinates are 46.2879, 7.0901.

How large is Les Verneys?

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 Verneys protected?

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

Which town is Les Verneys in?

Les Verneys lies near Gryon (VD). The town page collects every protected site around Gryon.

Which protected sites are near Les Verneys?

The closest are Les Verneys (0 km), Delacrétaz, aux Cheseaux (1 km) and Grand Muveran (1 km).