Torry d'Arau, Cerniat FR

Fen16 haObject number 1481

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Torry d'Arau (Fen)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Fen Torry d'Arau.

Location and surroundings

Torry d'Arau is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Cerniat FR. It covers 16 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1481. 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 Torry d'Arau?

Torry d'Arau lies near Cerniat FR. The coordinates are 46.6868, 7.2098.

How large is Torry d'Arau?

The site covers 16 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 Torry d'Arau protected?

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

Which town is Torry d'Arau in?

Torry d'Arau lies near La Roche. The town page collects every protected site around La Roche.

Which protected sites are near Torry d'Arau?

The closest are Plasselbschlund (1 km), Rigeli (2 km) and Wusta (2 km).