Le Chaney, Vugelles-La Mothe

Dry meadow2 haObject number 6376

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Le Chaney is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Vugelles-La Mothe. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 6376. 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 Le Chaney?

Le Chaney lies near Vugelles-La Mothe. The coordinates are 46.8265, 6.5847.

How large is Le Chaney?

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 Le Chaney protected?

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

Which town is Le Chaney in?

Le Chaney lies near Orges. The town page collects every protected site around Orges.

Which protected sites are near Le Chaney?

The closest are Le Moulin (1 km), Vy de Vugelles (2 km) and Les Vaux (2 km).