L'Etang, Le Séchey

Dry meadow2 haObject number 6333

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

L'Etang is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Le Séchey in the canton of VD. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 6333. 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 L'Etang?

L'Etang lies near Le Séchey in the canton of VD. The coordinates are 46.6586, 6.2950.

How large is L'Etang?

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'Etang protected?

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

Which town is L'Etang in?

L'Etang lies near Le Lieu (VD). The town page collects every protected site around Le Lieu.

Which protected sites are near L'Etang?

The closest are La Sagne du Séchey (0 km), La Sagne du Séchey (0 km) and Lac Ter (1 km).