Col de Lys, Les Paccots

Dry meadow2 haObject number 1173

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Col de Lys is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Les Paccots in the canton of FR. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1173. 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 Col de Lys?

Col de Lys lies near Les Paccots in the canton of FR. The coordinates are 46.5015, 6.9884.

How large is Col de Lys?

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 Col de Lys protected?

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

Which town is Col de Lys in?

Col de Lys lies near Châtel-Saint-Denis (FR). The town page collects every protected site around Châtel-Saint-Denis.

Which protected sites are near Col de Lys?

The closest are Joux Verte Dessus (1 km), Chenau (1 km) and Chenalette (1 km).