Kiesgrube Wiel, Raperswilen

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number TG537

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Kiesgrube Wiel is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Raperswilen. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number TG537. 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 Wiel?

Kiesgrube Wiel lies near Raperswilen. The coordinates are 47.6242, 9.0422.

How large is Kiesgrube Wiel?

The site covers 1 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 Wiel protected?

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

Which town is Kiesgrube Wiel in?

Kiesgrube Wiel lies near Wigoltingen. The town page collects every protected site around Wigoltingen.

Which protected sites are near Kiesgrube Wiel?

The closest are Kiesgrube Wiel (0 km), Grube Trubeschloo (2 km) and Bächler (2 km).