Sagnes de la Burtignière

Raised bog2 haObject number 37

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Sagnes de la Burtignière (Raised bog)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Raised bog Sagnes de la Burtignière.

Location and surroundings

Sagnes de la Burtignière is a raised bog in Switzerland. The site lies near Le Brassus in the canton of VD. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 37. 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 Sagnes de la Burtignière?

Sagnes de la Burtignière lies near Le Brassus in the canton of VD. The coordinates are 46.5556, 6.1585.

How large is Sagnes de la Burtignière?

The site covers 2 ha according to the federal inventory.

What is a Raised bog?

Raised bogs are fed only by rainwater and grow over millennia. They are among the rarest habitats in Switzerland.

Is Sagnes de la Burtignière protected?

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