Canal de Ceinture, Ardon

Amphibian spawning site8 haObject number VS50

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Canal de Ceinture is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Ardon in the canton of VS. It covers 8 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number VS50. 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 Canal de Ceinture?

Canal de Ceinture lies near Ardon in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.1949, 7.2546.

How large is Canal de Ceinture?

The site covers 8 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 Canal de Ceinture protected?

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

Which town is Canal de Ceinture in?

Canal de Ceinture lies near Ardon (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Ardon.

Which protected sites are near Canal de Ceinture?

The closest are Marais d'Ardon et de Chamoson (0 km), Marais d'Ardon et de Chamoson (0 km) and Sex de Gru (2 km).