La Rochette, Bonvillars

Dry meadow2 haObject number 6467

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

La Rochette is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Bonvillars. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 6467. 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 Rochette?

La Rochette lies near Bonvillars. The coordinates are 46.8411, 6.6638.

How large is La Rochette?

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 Rochette protected?

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

Which town is La Rochette in?

La Rochette lies near Champagne. The town page collects every protected site around Champagne.

Which protected sites are near La Rochette?

The closest are Chassagne (1 km), Chassagne (1 km) and Les Grèves de Grandson - Bonvillars - Onnens (2 km).