Mayens de Cotter, Villa (Evolène)

Dry meadow1 haObject number 7165

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Mayens de Cotter is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Villa (Evolène). It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 7165. 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 Mayens de Cotter?

Mayens de Cotter lies near Villa (Evolène). The coordinates are 46.1067, 7.5083.

How large is Mayens de Cotter?

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 Mayens de Cotter protected?

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

Which town is Mayens de Cotter in?

Mayens de Cotter lies near Evolène. The town page collects every protected site around Evolène.

Which protected sites are near Mayens de Cotter?

The closest are Les Lachiores (1 km), Lotrey (1 km) and St. Christophe (1 km).