Lac de la Gruyère à Broc (FR), Botterens

Water bird reserve83 haObject number 125

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Lac de la Gruyère à Broc (FR) (Water bird reserve)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Water bird reserve Lac de la Gruyère à Broc (FR).

Location and surroundings

Lac de la Gruyère à Broc (FR) is a water bird reserve in Switzerland. The site lies near Botterens. It covers 83 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 125. 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 Lac de la Gruyère à Broc (FR)?

Lac de la Gruyère à Broc (FR) lies near Botterens. The coordinates are 46.6142, 7.1043.

How large is Lac de la Gruyère à Broc (FR)?

The site covers 83 ha according to the federal inventory.

Water bird reserve: what is it?

Water bird and migratory bird reserves protect stopover sites for migrants and wintering grounds for waterfowl.

Is Lac de la Gruyère à Broc (FR) protected?

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

Which town is Lac de la Gruyère à Broc (FR) in?

Lac de la Gruyère à Broc (FR) lies near Broc. The town page collects every protected site around Broc.

Which protected sites are near Lac de la Gruyère à Broc (FR)?

The closest are Broc (0 km), Les Bouleyres (2 km) and Venettes (3 km).