Kiesgrube Eggholz, Hagenbuch ZH

Amphibian spawning site3 haObject number ZH342

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Kiesgrube Eggholz is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Hagenbuch ZH. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number ZH342. 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 Kiesgrube Eggholz?

Kiesgrube Eggholz lies near Hagenbuch ZH. The coordinates are 47.5148, 8.8962.

How large is Kiesgrube Eggholz?

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 Kiesgrube Eggholz protected?

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

Which town is Kiesgrube Eggholz in?

Kiesgrube Eggholz lies near Aadorf. The town page collects every protected site around Aadorf.

Which protected sites are near Kiesgrube Eggholz?

The closest are Wald im Riederholz (1 km), Kiesgruben Steig (2 km) and Luggeseeli (2 km).