Flin, S-chanf

Amphibian spawning site2 haObject number GR568

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Flin is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near S-chanf in the canton of GR. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number GR568. 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 Flin?

Flin lies near S-chanf in the canton of GR. The coordinates are 46.6245, 10.0157.

How large is Flin?

The site covers 2 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 Flin protected?

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

Which town is Flin in?

Flin lies near S-chanf (GR). The town page collects every protected site around S-chanf.

Which protected sites are near Flin?

The closest are Tschessa Granda (1 km), God Nandet (2 km) and Inn-S-chanf (2 km).