L'Aiguillon, Baulmes

Dry meadow2 haObject number 6440

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

L'Aiguillon is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Baulmes. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 6440. 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 L'Aiguillon?

L'Aiguillon lies near Baulmes. The coordinates are 46.7894, 6.4746.

How large is L'Aiguillon?

The site covers 2 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 L'Aiguillon protected?

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

Which town is L'Aiguillon in?

L'Aiguillon lies near Ballaigues. The town page collects every protected site around Ballaigues.

Which protected sites are near L'Aiguillon?

The closest are Le Suchet (1 km), Les Envers (3 km) and Marais de Rances (3 km).