La Coche, Les Bioux

Dry meadow4 haObject number 6383

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

La Coche is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Les Bioux. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 6383. 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 La Coche?

La Coche lies near Les Bioux. The coordinates are 46.6255, 6.3067.

How large is La Coche?

The site covers 4 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 La Coche protected?

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

Which town is La Coche in?

La Coche lies near L'Abbaye. The town page collects every protected site around L'Abbaye.

Which protected sites are near La Coche?

The closest are Cht du Grand Essert (2 km), Cht du Communal de l'Abbaye (2 km) and Aux Besses (2 km).