Ballastière, Gland
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Ballastière is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Gland in the canton of VD. It covers 12 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number VD232. 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Ballastière?
Ballastière lies near Gland in the canton of VD. The coordinates are 46.4174, 6.2630.
How large is Ballastière?
The site covers 12 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 Ballastière protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Ballastière in?
Ballastière lies near Gland (VD). The town page collects every protected site around Gland.
Which protected sites are near Ballastière?
The closest are Promenthouse-Gland, Route Suisse (1 km), Chanellaz (2 km) and Villas Prangins (2 km).