Potraux, La Rippe

Dry meadow7 haObject number 6336

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Potraux is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near La Rippe. It covers 7 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 6336. 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 Potraux?

Potraux lies near La Rippe. The coordinates are 46.4123, 6.1007.

How large is Potraux?

The site covers 7 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 Potraux protected?

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

Which town is Potraux in?

Potraux lies near La Rippe. The town page collects every protected site around La Rippe.

Which protected sites are near Potraux?

The closest are La Dôle (1 km), Combe du Faoug (1 km) and Cht de la Dôle (1 km).