Belladrum, Ascona

Amphibian spawning site8 haObject number TI127

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Belladrum is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Ascona in the canton of TI. It covers 8 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number TI127. 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 Belladrum?

Belladrum lies near Ascona in the canton of TI. The coordinates are 46.1575, 8.7472.

How large is Belladrum?

The site covers 8 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 Belladrum protected?

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

Which town is Belladrum in?

Belladrum lies near Ascona (TI). The town page collects every protected site around Ascona.

Which protected sites are near Belladrum?

The closest are Bolle di Mondrigo (1 km), Barbescio (1 km) and Barbescio-Bolletina Lunga (1 km).