Marais d'Ardon et de Chamoson, Ardon

Fen8 haObject number 1364

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Marais d'Ardon et de Chamoson (Fen)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Fen Marais d'Ardon et de Chamoson.

Location and surroundings

Marais d'Ardon et de Chamoson is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Ardon in the canton of VS. It covers 8 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1364. 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 Marais d'Ardon et de Chamoson?

Marais d'Ardon et de Chamoson lies near Ardon in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.1949, 7.2546.

How large is Marais d'Ardon et de Chamoson?

The site covers 8 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 Marais d'Ardon et de Chamoson protected?

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

Which town is Marais d'Ardon et de Chamoson in?

Marais d'Ardon et de Chamoson lies near Ardon (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Ardon.

Which protected sites are near Marais d'Ardon et de Chamoson?

The closest are Canal de Ceinture (0 km), Marais d'Ardon et de Chamoson (0 km) and Sex de Gru (2 km).