Petite Afrique, Dardagny

Dry meadow2 haObject number 961

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Petite Afrique is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Dardagny in the canton of GE. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 961. 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 Petite Afrique?

Petite Afrique lies near Dardagny in the canton of GE. The coordinates are 46.1982, 6.0013.

How large is Petite Afrique?

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 Petite Afrique protected?

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

Which town is Petite Afrique in?

Petite Afrique lies near Dardagny (GE). The town page collects every protected site around Dardagny.

Which protected sites are near Petite Afrique?

The closest are Vallon de l'Allondon (0 km), Les Baillets (1 km) and En Gottet (1 km).