Pré aux Veaux, Bassins

Dry meadow57 haObject number 6029

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Pré aux Veaux is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Bassins. It covers 57 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 6029. 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 Pré aux Veaux?

Pré aux Veaux lies near Bassins. The coordinates are 46.5219, 6.1938.

How large is Pré aux Veaux?

The site covers 57 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 Pré aux Veaux protected?

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

Which town is Pré aux Veaux in?

Pré aux Veaux lies near Saint-George. The town page collects every protected site around Saint-George.

Which protected sites are near Pré aux Veaux?

The closest are Le Noirmont (1 km), Les Begnines (1 km) and Mont Sâla (2 km).