Bois du Devens, St-Aubin-Sauges

Amphibian spawning site107 haObject number NE163

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Bois du Devens is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near St-Aubin-Sauges. It covers 107 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number NE163. 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 du Devens?

Bois du Devens lies near St-Aubin-Sauges. The coordinates are 46.9105, 6.7596.

How large is Bois du Devens?

The site covers 107 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 du Devens protected?

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

Which town is Bois du Devens in?

Bois du Devens lies near La Grande Béroche. The town page collects every protected site around La Grande Béroche.

Which protected sites are near Bois du Devens?

The closest are La Benette (1 km), Creux du Van (2 km) and Les Charrières (2 km).