La Sceut, Sonvilier

Dry meadow5 haObject number 12975

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

La Sceut is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Sonvilier. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 12975. 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 La Sceut?

La Sceut lies near Sonvilier. The coordinates are 47.1408, 6.9555.

How large is La Sceut?

The site covers 5 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 Sceut protected?

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

Which town is La Sceut in?

La Sceut lies near Saint-Imier. The town page collects every protected site around Saint-Imier.

Which protected sites are near La Sceut?

The closest are Les Pontins (3 km), Suze-Sonceboz (3 km) and Les Pontins (3 km).