Gütschweiher, Ballwil

Amphibian spawning site2 haObject number LU13

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Gütschweiher is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Ballwil in the canton of LU. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number LU13. 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 Gütschweiher?

Gütschweiher lies near Ballwil in the canton of LU. The coordinates are 47.1512, 8.3124.

How large is Gütschweiher?

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 Gütschweiher protected?

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

Which town is Gütschweiher in?

Gütschweiher lies near Ballwil (LU). The town page collects every protected site around Ballwil.

Which protected sites are near Gütschweiher?

The closest are Hasliweiher (0 km), Schützenfeld-Moospünten (3 km) and Moos (4 km).