Kiesgrube Hinterfeld, Maschwanden

Amphibian spawning site2 haObject number ZH558

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Kiesgrube Hinterfeld is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Maschwanden. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number ZH558. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Kiesgrube Hinterfeld?

Kiesgrube Hinterfeld lies near Maschwanden. The coordinates are 47.2427, 8.4215.

How large is Kiesgrube Hinterfeld?

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 Kiesgrube Hinterfeld protected?

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

Which town is Kiesgrube Hinterfeld in?

Kiesgrube Hinterfeld lies near Maschwanden. The town page collects every protected site around Maschwanden.

Which protected sites are near Kiesgrube Hinterfeld?

The closest are Hinterfeld (0 km), Laichgebiet Lorzespitz (1 km) and Hagnauer Schachen (1 km).