Lochmatt, Zeihen

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number AG925

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Lochmatt is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Zeihen in the canton of AG. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number AG925. 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 Lochmatt?

Lochmatt lies near Zeihen in the canton of AG. The coordinates are 47.4653, 8.0956.

How large is Lochmatt?

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 Lochmatt protected?

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

Which town is Lochmatt in?

Lochmatt lies near Zeihen (AG). The town page collects every protected site around Zeihen.

Which protected sites are near Lochmatt?

The closest are Chripfe (0 km), Thalhalde (1 km) and Weid (2 km).