Conservation projects focussing on the Littorella uniflora: visit of the Chens-sur-Léman and Yvoire sites
Guided by knowledgeable experts, you will examine the steps involved in saving an endangered species on the shores of Lake Geneva. This is the perfect example of collaborative effort, blending expertise, determination and passion.
Guides: Olivier Billant (ASTERS), Emmanuelle Favre (OCAN), Andreas Ensslin (CJBG) and Frederic Sandoz (CJBG).
Please note: This field trip takes place off-site at Chens-Sur-Léman and Yvoire, in all weather conditions. Suitable equipment is strongly recommended.
Duration: approx. 3 hours
Registration required.
The CJBG work to conserve our plants' heritage by inventorying and developing on-site protection measures for threatened species, revitalising environments or reintroducing endangered species.
As part of the festivities surrounding the 200th anniversary of the Conservatoire botanique in Geneva, the field trips organised in 2024 will take you on a tour of some examples of our conservation projects in the Lake Geneva region.