Burgschachen, Buchrain

Amphibian spawning site5 haObject number LU230

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Burgschachen is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Buchrain. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number LU230. 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 Burgschachen?

Burgschachen lies near Buchrain. The coordinates are 47.1142, 8.3516.

How large is Burgschachen?

The site covers 5 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 Burgschachen protected?

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

Which town is Burgschachen in?

Burgschachen lies near Inwil. The town page collects every protected site around Inwil.

Which protected sites are near Burgschachen?

The closest are Unterallmend (1 km), Chänzeli/Schachen (2 km) and Unterallmend Perlen (2 km).