Ägelsee, Zeiningen

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number AG931

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Ägelsee (Amphibian spawning site)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Amphibian spawning site Ägelsee.

Location and surroundings

Ägelsee is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Zeiningen. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number AG931. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.

Other parts of this object

In the federal inventory this object is split into several parts. Each one has its own page and its own map.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Ägelsee?

Ägelsee lies near Zeiningen. The coordinates are 47.5662, 7.8793.

How large is Ägelsee?

The site covers 1 ha according to the federal inventory.

Amphibian spawning site: what is it?

Amphibian spawning sites are waters where frogs, toads and newts breed. Many species are threatened in Switzerland.

Is Ägelsee protected?

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

Which town is Ägelsee in?

Ägelsee lies near Wallbach. The town page collects every protected site around Wallbach.

Which protected sites are near Ägelsee?

The closest are Breitsee (1 km), Wolfhöhli/Chüelespitz (2 km) and Tannenhof (2 km).