Chaux Commun, Frenières-sur-Bex

Dry meadow1 haObject number 6052

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Chaux Commun is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Frenières-sur-Bex in the canton of VD. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 6052. 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 Chaux Commun?

Chaux Commun lies near Frenières-sur-Bex in the canton of VD. The coordinates are 46.2308, 7.0646.

How large is Chaux Commun?

The site covers 1 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 Chaux Commun protected?

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

Which town is Chaux Commun in?

Chaux Commun lies near Bex (VD). The town page collects every protected site around Bex.

Which protected sites are near Chaux Commun?

The closest are Euzanne (2 km), Les Larzettes (3 km) and Vallon de Nant (3 km).