Joux d'Aï, Leysin

Dry meadow7 haObject number 6105

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Joux d'Aï is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Leysin in the canton of VD. It covers 7 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 6105. 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 Joux d'Aï?

Joux d'Aï lies near Leysin in the canton of VD. The coordinates are 46.3605, 7.0138.

How large is Joux d'Aï?

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 Joux d'Aï protected?

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

Which town is Joux d'Aï in?

Joux d'Aï lies near Leysin (VD). The town page collects every protected site around Leysin.

Which protected sites are near Joux d'Aï?

The closest are Combe du Luissel (1 km), Mayen (1 km) and Les Rouvenes (2 km).