Orgevaux, Les Diablerets

Dry meadow6 haObject number 6081

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Orgevaux is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Les Diablerets in the canton of VD. It covers 6 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 6081. 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 Orgevaux?

Orgevaux lies near Les Diablerets in the canton of VD. The coordinates are 46.3134, 7.1528.

How large is Orgevaux?

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 Orgevaux protected?

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

Which town is Orgevaux in?

Orgevaux lies near Ormont-Dessus (VD). The town page collects every protected site around Ormont-Dessus.

Which protected sites are near Orgevaux?

The closest are La Marnèche (1 km), Massif des Diablerets (1 km) and Champ de Gryonne (2 km).