Hanenriet, Giswil

Amphibian spawning site3 haObject number OW123

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Hanenriet is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Giswil in the canton of OW. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number OW123. 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 Hanenriet?

Hanenriet lies near Giswil in the canton of OW. The coordinates are 46.8449, 8.1995.

How large is Hanenriet?

The site covers 3 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 Hanenriet protected?

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

Which town is Hanenriet in?

Hanenriet lies near Giswil (OW). The town page collects every protected site around Giswil.

Which protected sites are near Hanenriet?

The closest are Hanenried (0 km), Hanenried (0 km) and Obstocken (1 km).