Les Vernasses, Icogne

Dry meadow2 haObject number 7481

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Les Vernasses is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Icogne. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 7481. 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 Vernasses?

Les Vernasses lies near Icogne. The coordinates are 46.2939, 7.4419.

How large is Les Vernasses?

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 Les Vernasses protected?

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

Which town is Les Vernasses in?

Les Vernasses lies near Ayent. The town page collects every protected site around Ayent.

Which protected sites are near Les Vernasses?

The closest are Chanlevon (2 km), Trionna (2 km) and Lens (2 km).