Chalchloch, Doppleschwand

Amphibian spawning site4 haObject number LU47

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Chalchloch is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Doppleschwand. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number LU47. 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 Chalchloch?

Chalchloch lies near Doppleschwand. The coordinates are 47.0267, 8.0658.

How large is Chalchloch?

The site covers 4 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 Chalchloch protected?

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

Which town is Chalchloch in?

Chalchloch lies near Wolhusen. The town page collects every protected site around Wolhusen.

Which protected sites are near Chalchloch?

The closest are Träbel (1 km), Badhusaue-Fontanne (1 km) and Ämmenmatt (2 km).

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.