Balachaux, Charmey (Gruyère)

Dry meadow13 haObject number 1130

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Balachaux is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Charmey (Gruyère) in the canton of FR. It covers 13 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1130. 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 Balachaux?

Balachaux lies near Charmey (Gruyère) in the canton of FR. The coordinates are 46.6296, 7.2405.

How large is Balachaux?

The site covers 13 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 Balachaux protected?

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

Which town is Balachaux in?

Balachaux lies near Jaun (FR). The town page collects every protected site around Jaun.

Which protected sites are near Balachaux?

The closest are Pointe de Balachaux (1 km), Chaux de Férédetse (1 km) and Grand Chalet (2 km).