La Palud, Villard-sur-Chamby

Dry meadow2 haObject number 6458

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

La Palud is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Villard-sur-Chamby. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 6458. 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 Palud?

La Palud lies near Villard-sur-Chamby. The coordinates are 46.4647, 6.9320.

How large is La Palud?

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 La Palud protected?

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

Which town is La Palud in?

La Palud lies near Montreux. The town page collects every protected site around Montreux.

Which protected sites are near La Palud?

The closest are Bois-aux-Anets (0 km), Aux Vursys (1 km) and Villard (1 km).