Sonloup, Les Avants

Dry meadow1 haObject number 6347

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Sonloup is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Les Avants. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 6347. 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 Sonloup?

Sonloup lies near Les Avants. The coordinates are 46.4565, 6.9453.

How large is Sonloup?

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 Sonloup protected?

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

Which town is Sonloup in?

Sonloup lies near Montreux. The town page collects every protected site around Montreux.

Which protected sites are near Sonloup?

The closest are Les Avants (1 km), La Palud (1 km) and Bois-aux-Anets (2 km).