Pré du Moulin, Montcherand

Dry meadow1 haObject number 6553

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Pré du Moulin is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Montcherand. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 6553. 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 du Moulin?

Pré du Moulin lies near Montcherand. The coordinates are 46.7271, 6.5161.

How large is Pré du Moulin?

The site covers 1 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 du Moulin protected?

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

Which town is Pré du Moulin in?

Pré du Moulin lies near Orbe. The town page collects every protected site around Orbe.

Which protected sites are near Pré du Moulin?

The closest are Le Puisoir (1 km), Planches de Sergey, Chassagne (2 km) and Vieille Morte (3 km).