Creux d'Enfer, Bière

Dry meadow11 haObject number 6311

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Creux d'Enfer (Dry meadow)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Dry meadow Creux d'Enfer.

Location and surroundings

Creux d'Enfer is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Bière. It covers 11 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 6311. 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 Creux d'Enfer?

Creux d'Enfer lies near Bière. The coordinates are 46.5668, 6.2744.

How large is Creux d'Enfer?

The site covers 11 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 Creux d'Enfer protected?

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

Which town is Creux d'Enfer in?

Creux d'Enfer lies near Saint-George. The town page collects every protected site around Saint-George.

Which protected sites are near Creux d'Enfer?

The closest are Pré de Denens (1 km), Pré aux Biches (1 km) and Petit Cunay (1 km).