Ayer, Ayer

Dry meadow2 haObject number 7581

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Ayer (Dry meadow)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Dry meadow Ayer.

Location and surroundings

Ayer is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Ayer in the canton of VS. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 7581. 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 Ayer?

Ayer lies near Ayer in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.1753, 7.6086.

How large is Ayer?

The site covers 2 ha according to the federal inventory.

Dry meadow: what is it?

Dry meadows and pastures are nutrient-poor, sunny grasslands of exceptional biodiversity, created only by traditional management.

Is Ayer protected?

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

Which town is Ayer in?

Ayer lies near Anniviers (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Anniviers.

Which protected sites are near Ayer?

The closest are Le Poyou (4 km), Lozier (4 km) and Les Fénis (5 km).