Altwässer Thurspitz, Flaach

Amphibian spawning site37 haObject number ZH284

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Altwässer Thurspitz is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Flaach. It covers 37 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number ZH284. 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 Altwässer Thurspitz?

Altwässer Thurspitz lies near Flaach. The coordinates are 47.5911, 8.5980.

How large is Altwässer Thurspitz?

The site covers 37 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 Altwässer Thurspitz protected?

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

Which town is Altwässer Thurspitz in?

Altwässer Thurspitz lies near Flaach. The town page collects every protected site around Flaach.

Which protected sites are near Altwässer Thurspitz?

The closest are Buchenhof (0 km), Kiesgrube Ebnet (1 km) and Kiesgruben Ebnet (1 km).