Vuichime, Cuarnens

Dry meadow1 haObject number 6577

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Vuichime is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Cuarnens. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 6577. 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 Vuichime?

Vuichime lies near Cuarnens. The coordinates are 46.6377, 6.4332.

How large is Vuichime?

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 Vuichime protected?

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

Which town is Vuichime in?

Vuichime lies near Romainmôtier-Envy. The town page collects every protected site around Romainmôtier-Envy.

Which protected sites are near Vuichime?

The closest are Prévondavaux (2 km), Baule (3 km) and Les Piauliauses (3 km).