Allmeind, Schmerikon

Amphibian spawning site32 haObject number SG405

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Allmeind is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Schmerikon in the canton of SG. It covers 32 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number SG405. 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 Allmeind?

Allmeind lies near Schmerikon in the canton of SG. The coordinates are 47.2196, 8.9462.

How large is Allmeind?

The site covers 32 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 Allmeind protected?

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

Which town is Allmeind in?

Allmeind lies near Schmerikon (SG). The town page collects every protected site around Schmerikon.

Which protected sites are near Allmeind?

The closest are Schmerikoner Riet (0 km), Bätzimatt (1 km) and Absetzbecken Allmeind (1 km).