Kieswerk Schopsberg, Arch

Amphibian spawning site2 haObject number BE151

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Kieswerk Schopsberg is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Arch. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number BE151. 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 Kieswerk Schopsberg?

Kieswerk Schopsberg lies near Arch. The coordinates are 47.1609, 7.4304.

How large is Kieswerk Schopsberg?

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 Kieswerk Schopsberg protected?

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

Which town is Kieswerk Schopsberg in?

Kieswerk Schopsberg lies near Oberwil bei Büren. The town page collects every protected site around Oberwil bei Büren.

Which protected sites are near Kieswerk Schopsberg?

The closest are Grenchner Witi (2 km), Widi (2 km) and Witi (BE,SO) (3 km).