Heuberg, Kaisten

Amphibian spawning site15 haObject number AG305

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Heuberg is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Kaisten. It covers 15 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number AG305. 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 Heuberg?

Heuberg lies near Kaisten. The coordinates are 47.5487, 8.0722.

How large is Heuberg?

The site covers 15 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 Heuberg protected?

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

Which town is Heuberg in?

Heuberg lies near Laufenburg. The town page collects every protected site around Laufenburg.

Which protected sites are near Heuberg?

The closest are Birristrott (1 km), Deisisgraben (1 km) and Rhein (Oberwasser)-Laufenburg (2 km).