Creux du Van, Montalchez
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Creux du Van is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Montalchez. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 2699. 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 Creux du Van?
Creux du Van lies near Montalchez. The coordinates are 46.9219, 6.7275.
How large is Creux du Van?
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 Creux du Van protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Creux du Van in?
Creux du Van lies near La Grande Béroche. The town page collects every protected site around La Grande Béroche.
Which protected sites are near Creux du Van?
The closest are La Baronne (1 km), Croza (Creux du Van) (1 km) and Bois du Devens (3 km).
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.