Feuchtgebiet Widen, Neunkirch

Amphibian spawning site5 haObject number SH401

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Feuchtgebiet Widen is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Neunkirch. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number SH401. 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 Feuchtgebiet Widen?

Feuchtgebiet Widen lies near Neunkirch. The coordinates are 47.6952, 8.5189.

How large is Feuchtgebiet Widen?

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 Feuchtgebiet Widen protected?

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

Which town is Feuchtgebiet Widen in?

Feuchtgebiet Widen lies near Neunkirch. The town page collects every protected site around Neunkirch.

Which protected sites are near Feuchtgebiet Widen?

The closest are Bohnerzlöcher Winterihau (2 km), Halde (2 km) and Tenterenberg (3 km).