Combe Chavat Dessus, Montmelon

Dry meadow2 haObject number 3042

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Combe Chavat Dessus is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Montmelon in the canton of JU. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 3042. 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 Combe Chavat Dessus?

Combe Chavat Dessus lies near Montmelon in the canton of JU. The coordinates are 47.3749, 7.2086.

How large is Combe Chavat Dessus?

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 Combe Chavat Dessus protected?

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

Which town is Combe Chavat Dessus in?

Combe Chavat Dessus lies near Courgenay (JU). The town page collects every protected site around Courgenay.

Which protected sites are near Combe Chavat Dessus?

The closest are Roc de l'Autel (0 km), La Combe (1 km) and Le Moulin (1 km).