Canal de la Tuilière, Bex

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number VD463

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Canal de la Tuilière is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Bex in the canton of VD. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number VD463. 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 la Tuilière?

Canal de la Tuilière lies near Bex in the canton of VD. The coordinates are 46.2563, 6.9835.

How large is Canal de la Tuilière?

The site covers 1 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 la Tuilière protected?

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

Which town is Canal de la Tuilière in?

Canal de la Tuilière lies near Bex (VD). The town page collects every protected site around Bex.

Which protected sites are near Canal de la Tuilière?

The closest are La Combe (2 km), Les Combes (2 km) and A la Combe (2 km).