Les Planches, Aven

Dry meadow1 haObject number 7490

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Les Planches is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Aven. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 7490. 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 Les Planches?

Les Planches lies near Aven. The coordinates are 46.2350, 7.2753.

How large is Les Planches?

The site covers 1 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 Planches protected?

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

Which town is Les Planches in?

Les Planches lies near Vétroz. The town page collects every protected site around Vétroz.

Which protected sites are near Les Planches?

The closest are Jaminta (1 km), Champlong (2 km) and Sex Riond (2 km).