Bois du Marchairuz, Le Brassus
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Bois du Marchairuz is a raised bog in Switzerland. The site lies near Le Brassus in the canton of VD. It covers 0 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 40. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.
Other parts of this object
In the federal inventory this object is split into several parts. Each one has its own page and its own map.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Bois du Marchairuz?
Bois du Marchairuz lies near Le Brassus in the canton of VD. The coordinates are 46.5397, 6.2324.
How large is Bois du Marchairuz?
The site covers 0 ha according to the federal inventory.
Raised bog: what is it?
Raised bogs are fed only by rainwater and grow over millennia. They are among the rarest habitats in Switzerland.
Is Bois du Marchairuz protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Bois du Marchairuz in?
Bois du Marchairuz lies near Saint-George (VD). The town page collects every protected site around Saint-George.
Which protected sites are near Bois du Marchairuz?
The closest are Crêt des Chêvres (1 km), Les Amburnex (1 km) and Sèche de Gimel (1 km).