Heji, Simplon Dorf

Dry meadow5 haObject number 7467

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Heji is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Simplon Dorf in the canton of VS. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 7467. 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 Heji?

Heji lies near Simplon Dorf in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.1889, 8.0740.

How large is Heji?

The site covers 5 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 Heji protected?

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

Which town is Heji in?

Heji lies near Simplon (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Simplon.

Which protected sites are near Heji?

The closest are Hubelti (1 km), Laggintal – Zwischbergental (3 km) and Chatzhalte (3 km).