Les Monod, Apples

Amphibian spawning site43 haObject number VD78

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Les Monod is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Apples. It covers 43 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number VD78. 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 Les Monod?

Les Monod lies near Apples. The coordinates are 46.5771, 6.3915.

How large is Les Monod?

The site covers 43 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 Les Monod protected?

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

Which town is Les Monod in?

Les Monod lies near Ballens. The town page collects every protected site around Ballens.

Which protected sites are near Les Monod?

The closest are Le Marais des Monod (0 km), Les Monod (0 km) and Les Monod (1 km).