Maumochy, Estavannens

Dry meadow6 haObject number 1029

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Maumochy is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Estavannens. It covers 6 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1029. 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 Maumochy?

Maumochy lies near Estavannens. The coordinates are 46.5731, 7.0950.

How large is Maumochy?

The site covers 6 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 Maumochy protected?

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

Which town is Maumochy in?

Maumochy lies near Gruyères. The town page collects every protected site around Gruyères.

Which protected sites are near Maumochy?

The closest are Les Auges d'Estavannens (0 km), Barrage antichar Bas-Intyamon (1 km) and Les Lésins (1 km).