Salavaux (VD), Salavaux

Water bird reserve336 haObject number 115

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Salavaux (VD) (Water bird reserve)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Water bird reserve Salavaux (VD).

Location and surroundings

Salavaux (VD) is a water bird reserve in Switzerland. The site lies near Salavaux in the canton of VD. It covers 336 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 115. 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 Salavaux (VD)?

Salavaux (VD) lies near Salavaux in the canton of VD. The coordinates are 46.9105, 7.0411.

How large is Salavaux (VD)?

The site covers 336 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 Salavaux (VD) protected?

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

Which town is Salavaux (VD) in?

Salavaux (VD) lies near Avenches (VD). The town page collects every protected site around Avenches.

Which protected sites are near Salavaux (VD)?

The closest are Au Bey (1 km), Embouchure de la Broye (1 km) and Embouchure du Chandon (1 km).