Pierrefeu, Montagne-de-Courtelary

Dry meadow3 haObject number 13496

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Pierrefeu is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Montagne-de-Courtelary in the canton of BE. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 13496. 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 Pierrefeu?

Pierrefeu lies near Montagne-de-Courtelary in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 47.1533, 7.1103.

How large is Pierrefeu?

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 Pierrefeu protected?

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

Which town is Pierrefeu in?

Pierrefeu lies near Courtelary (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Courtelary.

Which protected sites are near Pierrefeu?

The closest are Métairie de Bois Raiguel (1 km), La Citerne (1 km) and Petit Chasseral (2 km).