Les Caves, Crans-Montana
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Les Caves is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Crans-Montana in the canton of VS. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 7121. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Les Caves?
Les Caves lies near Crans-Montana in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.3360, 7.4933.
How large is Les Caves?
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 Les Caves protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Les Caves in?
Les Caves lies near Crans-Montana (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Crans-Montana.
Which protected sites are near Les Caves?
The closest are Alpage des Génissons (1 km), Comogne (2 km) and Mondralèche (2 km).