Heimbergau, Heimberg

Amphibian spawning site5 haObject number BE1052

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Heimbergau is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Heimberg in the canton of BE. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number BE1052. 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 Heimbergau?

Heimbergau lies near Heimberg in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.7941, 7.5927.

How large is Heimbergau?

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 Heimbergau protected?

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

Which town is Heimbergau in?

Heimbergau lies near Heimberg (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Heimberg.

Which protected sites are near Heimbergau?

The closest are Neuenzälgau (1 km), Schintere Lerchenfeld (3 km) and Schintere (3 km).