Breitsee, Möhlin

Amphibian spawning site2 haObject number AG468

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Breitsee is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Möhlin in the canton of AG. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number AG468. 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 Breitsee?

Breitsee lies near Möhlin in the canton of AG. The coordinates are 47.5765, 7.8704.

How large is Breitsee?

The site covers 2 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 Breitsee protected?

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

Which town is Breitsee in?

Breitsee lies near Möhlin (AG). The town page collects every protected site around Möhlin.

Which protected sites are near Breitsee?

The closest are Wolfhöhli/Chüelespitz (1 km), Ägelsee (1 km) and Haumättli (1 km).