Binsenweiher, Hausen AG

Amphibian spawning site53 haObject number AG260

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Binsenweiher is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Hausen AG in the canton of AG. It covers 53 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number AG260. 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 Binsenweiher?

Binsenweiher lies near Hausen AG in the canton of AG. The coordinates are 47.4663, 8.1996.

How large is Binsenweiher?

The site covers 53 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 Binsenweiher protected?

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

Which town is Binsenweiher in?

Binsenweiher lies near Hausen (AG). The town page collects every protected site around Hausen.

Which protected sites are near Binsenweiher?

The closest are Lindebüel (1 km), Umiker Schachen (1 km) and Umiker Schachen - Stierenhölzli (2 km).