Neuenzälgau, Kiesen

Amphibian spawning site14 haObject number BE558

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Neuenzälgau is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Kiesen in the canton of BE. It covers 14 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number BE558. 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 Neuenzälgau?

Neuenzälgau lies near Kiesen in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.8002, 7.5742.

How large is Neuenzälgau?

The site covers 14 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 Neuenzälgau protected?

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

Which town is Neuenzälgau in?

Neuenzälgau lies near Kiesen (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Kiesen.

Which protected sites are near Neuenzälgau?

The closest are Heimbergau (2 km), Schintere Lerchenfeld (4 km) and Schintere (4 km).