Saillon, Saillon

Dry meadow2 haObject number 7356

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Saillon is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Saillon in the canton of VS. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 7356. 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 Saillon?

Saillon lies near Saillon in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.1703, 7.1828.

How large is Saillon?

The site covers 2 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 Saillon protected?

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

Which town is Saillon in?

Saillon lies near Saillon (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Saillon.

Which protected sites are near Saillon?

The closest are Longeraie (0 km), Longeraie (0 km) and Longeraie (1 km).