Le Gottau, Yvonand

Amphibian spawning site3 haObject number VD379

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Le Gottau is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Yvonand in the canton of VD. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number VD379. 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 Le Gottau?

Le Gottau lies near Yvonand in the canton of VD. The coordinates are 46.7827, 6.7156.

How large is Le Gottau?

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 Le Gottau protected?

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

Which town is Le Gottau in?

Le Gottau lies near Yvonand (VD). The town page collects every protected site around Yvonand.

Which protected sites are near Le Gottau?

The closest are Le Vursis (1 km), Mentue-Yvonand, La Mauguettaz (1 km) and Le Moulin (2 km).