Alte Reuss, Künten

Amphibian spawning site10 haObject number AG367

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Alte Reuss is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Künten in the canton of AG. It covers 10 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number AG367. 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 Reuss?

Alte Reuss lies near Künten in the canton of AG. The coordinates are 47.3799, 8.3274.

How large is Alte Reuss?

The site covers 10 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 Reuss protected?

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

Which town is Alte Reuss in?

Alte Reuss lies near Künten (AG). The town page collects every protected site around Künten.

Which protected sites are near Alte Reuss?

The closest are Alte Reuss (0 km), Rägelrai (0 km) and Letzi (0 km).