Grand Bois, Chevenez

Dry meadow7 haObject number 3028

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Grand Bois is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Chevenez. It covers 7 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 3028. 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 Grand Bois?

Grand Bois lies near Chevenez. The coordinates are 47.3954, 6.9891.

How large is Grand Bois?

The site covers 7 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 Grand Bois protected?

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

Which town is Grand Bois in?

Grand Bois lies near Porrentruy. The town page collects every protected site around Porrentruy.

Which protected sites are near Grand Bois?

The closest are Grand Bois (1 km), Sous la Craie (1 km) and Creugenat (3 km).