Le Malévoz, Monthey

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number VS476

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Le Malévoz is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Monthey. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number VS476. 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 Malévoz?

Le Malévoz lies near Monthey. The coordinates are 46.2560, 6.9379.

How large is Le Malévoz?

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 Le Malévoz protected?

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

Which town is Le Malévoz in?

Le Malévoz lies near Monthey. The town page collects every protected site around Monthey.

Which protected sites are near Le Malévoz?

The closest are Blocs erratiques au-dessus de Monthey et de Collombey (0 km), Pâturage de Chanso (3 km) and Les Combes (3 km).