Charmex, Dorénaz

Dry meadow3 haObject number 7565

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Charmex is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Dorénaz in the canton of VS. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 7565. 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.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Charmex?

Charmex lies near Dorénaz in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.1438, 7.0478.

How large is Charmex?

The site covers 3 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 Charmex protected?

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

Which town is Charmex in?

Charmex lies near Dorénaz (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Dorénaz.

Which protected sites are near Charmex?

The closest are Le Rosel (0 km), Clos du Rhône (0 km) and Le Sadillon (1 km).