Lac de Tanay, Miex
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Lac de Tanay is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Miex in the canton of VS. It covers 21 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number VS136. 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 Lac de Tanay?
Lac de Tanay lies near Miex in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.3452, 6.8383.
How large is Lac de Tanay?
The site covers 21 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 Lac de Tanay protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Lac de Tanay in?
Lac de Tanay lies near Vouvry (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Vouvry.
Which protected sites are near Lac de Tanay?
The closest are Alamont (1 km), Cheseule (1 km) and Plan de l'Ortie (1 km).