Rabou, Gryon

Dry meadow1 haObject number 6241

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Rabou is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Gryon in the canton of VD. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 6241. 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 Rabou?

Rabou lies near Gryon in the canton of VD. The coordinates are 46.2771, 7.0741.

How large is Rabou?

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 Rabou protected?

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

Which town is Rabou in?

Rabou lies near Gryon (VD). The town page collects every protected site around Gryon.

Which protected sites are near Rabou?

The closest are Les Posses (1 km), Delacrétaz, aux Cheseaux (1 km) and Entremouille (2 km).