Alte Lehmgrube Hilpert, Oberriet SG

Amphibian spawning site3 haObject number SG170

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Alte Lehmgrube Hilpert is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Oberriet SG. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number SG170. 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 Alte Lehmgrube Hilpert?

Alte Lehmgrube Hilpert lies near Oberriet SG. The coordinates are 47.3335, 9.5717.

How large is Alte Lehmgrube Hilpert?

The site covers 3 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 Alte Lehmgrube Hilpert protected?

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

Which town is Alte Lehmgrube Hilpert in?

Alte Lehmgrube Hilpert lies near Oberriet. The town page collects every protected site around Oberriet.

Which protected sites are near Alte Lehmgrube Hilpert?

The closest are Hilpert (0 km), Wichenstein (1 km) and Wichenstein (1 km).