Marais de la Tropaz, Chéserex

Fen3 haObject number 1463

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Marais de la Tropaz (Fen)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Fen Marais de la Tropaz.

Location and surroundings

Marais de la Tropaz is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Chéserex. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1463. 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 de la Tropaz?

Marais de la Tropaz lies near Chéserex. The coordinates are 46.4105, 6.1540.

How large is Marais de la Tropaz?

The site covers 3 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 de la Tropaz protected?

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

Which town is Marais de la Tropaz in?

Marais de la Tropaz lies near La Rippe. The town page collects every protected site around La Rippe.

Which protected sites are near Marais de la Tropaz?

The closest are L'Essert (1 km), Le Bucley (2 km) and Bucley (2 km).