Les Lachiores, Villa (Evolène)

Dry meadow7 haObject number 7168

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Les Lachiores is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Villa (Evolène). It covers 7 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 7168. 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 Les Lachiores?

Les Lachiores lies near Villa (Evolène). The coordinates are 46.1118, 7.5150.

How large is Les Lachiores?

The site covers 7 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 Lachiores protected?

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

Which town is Les Lachiores in?

Les Lachiores lies near Evolène. The town page collects every protected site around Evolène.

Which protected sites are near Les Lachiores?

The closest are Mayens de Cotter (1 km), Lotrey (2 km) and St. Christophe (2 km).