Verbois, Russin

Dry meadow1 haObject number 973

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Verbois is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Russin in the canton of GE. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 973. 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 Verbois?

Verbois lies near Russin in the canton of GE. The coordinates are 46.1923, 6.0253.

How large is Verbois?

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 Verbois protected?

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

Which town is Verbois in?

Verbois lies near Russin (GE). The town page collects every protected site around Russin.

Which protected sites are near Verbois?

The closest are Les Apraits (0 km), Mauregard (1 km) and Bois de la Pesse (1 km).