Vouasson, Lanna

Fen16 haObject number 1815

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Vouasson is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Lanna in the canton of VS. It covers 16 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1815. 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 Vouasson?

Vouasson lies near Lanna in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.1095, 7.4506.

How large is Vouasson?

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 Vouasson protected?

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

Which town is Vouasson in?

Vouasson lies near Hérémence (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Hérémence.

Which protected sites are near Vouasson?

The closest are Les Crouyes (2 km), Les Flanmayens (2 km) and Volovron (3 km).