Chaux Ronde, Villars-sur-Ollon

Dry meadow6 haObject number 6083

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Chaux Ronde is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Villars-sur-Ollon in the canton of VD. It covers 6 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 6083. 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 Ronde?

Chaux Ronde lies near Villars-sur-Ollon in the canton of VD. The coordinates are 46.3194, 7.0840.

How large is Chaux Ronde?

The site covers 6 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 Ronde protected?

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

Which town is Chaux Ronde in?

Chaux Ronde lies near Gryon (VD). The town page collects every protected site around Gryon.

Which protected sites are near Chaux Ronde?

The closest are Roc à l'Ours (1 km), Les Preises (3 km) and La Chaux (3 km).