Les Planches, Saillon
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Les Planches is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Saillon in the canton of VS. It covers 9 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 7516. 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 Planches?
Les Planches lies near Saillon in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.1657, 7.1635.
How large is Les Planches?
The site covers 9 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 Saillon (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Saillon.
Which protected sites are near Les Planches?
The closest are Planches de Mazembroz (0 km), Cleusette (0 km) and Longeraie (1 km).
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.