Bois de Chênes, Lac Vert, Genolier

Amphibian spawning site122 haObject number VD229

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Bois de Chênes, Lac Vert (Amphibian spawning site)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Amphibian spawning site Bois de Chênes, Lac Vert.

Location and surroundings

Bois de Chênes, Lac Vert is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Genolier in the canton of VD. It covers 122 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number VD229. 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 Bois de Chênes, Lac Vert?

Bois de Chênes, Lac Vert lies near Genolier in the canton of VD. The coordinates are 46.4351, 6.2336.

How large is Bois de Chênes, Lac Vert?

The site covers 122 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 Bois de Chênes, Lac Vert protected?

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

Which town is Bois de Chênes, Lac Vert in?

Bois de Chênes, Lac Vert lies near Genolier (VD). The town page collects every protected site around Genolier.

Which protected sites are near Bois de Chênes, Lac Vert?

The closest are Bois de Chênes (0 km), Bois de Chênes (0 km) and Pré Jacot (1 km).