Grisigen, Horw
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Grisigen is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Horw in the canton of LU. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number LU582. 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Grisigen?
Grisigen lies near Horw in the canton of LU. The coordinates are 47.0098, 8.2943.
How large is Grisigen?
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 Grisigen protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Grisigen in?
Grisigen lies near Horw (LU). The town page collects every protected site around Horw.
Which protected sites are near Grisigen?
The closest are Schlagweiher (1 km), Buholzer Schwändi (1 km) and Steinibachried (1 km).