Burger Weiher, Burg AG

Amphibian spawning site2 haObject number AG163

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Burger Weiher is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Burg AG. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number AG163. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Burger Weiher?

Burger Weiher lies near Burg AG. The coordinates are 47.2326, 8.1746.

How large is Burger Weiher?

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 Burger Weiher protected?

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

Which town is Burger Weiher in?

Burger Weiher lies near Menziken. The town page collects every protected site around Menziken.

Which protected sites are near Burger Weiher?

The closest are Schmulzenchopf (1 km), Burgergrube (1 km) and Wynenmatten (1 km).