Le Mongeron, Pringy

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number FR53

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Le Mongeron is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Pringy in the canton of FR. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number FR53. 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 Mongeron?

Le Mongeron lies near Pringy in the canton of FR. The coordinates are 46.5723, 7.0540.

How large is Le Mongeron?

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 Mongeron protected?

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

Which town is Le Mongeron in?

Le Mongeron lies near Gruyères (FR). The town page collects every protected site around Gruyères.

Which protected sites are near Le Mongeron?

The closest are Le Penny (2 km), Les Lésins (2 km) and La Léchire (2 km).