Motau, La Forclaz VS

Dry meadow3 haObject number 7177

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Motau is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near La Forclaz VS. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 7177. 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 Motau?

Motau lies near La Forclaz VS. The coordinates are 46.0943, 7.5259.

How large is Motau?

The site covers 3 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 Motau protected?

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

Which town is Motau in?

Motau lies near Evolène. The town page collects every protected site around Evolène.

Which protected sites are near Motau?

The closest are Le Tsaté (1 km), St. Christophe (1 km) and Bréona (1 km).