Oberer Sihlsee Euthal, Euthal

Amphibian spawning site5 haObject number SZ3

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Oberer Sihlsee Euthal is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Euthal in the canton of SZ. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number SZ3. 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 Oberer Sihlsee Euthal?

Oberer Sihlsee Euthal lies near Euthal in the canton of SZ. The coordinates are 47.0942, 8.8166.

How large is Oberer Sihlsee Euthal?

The site covers 5 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 Oberer Sihlsee Euthal protected?

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

Which town is Oberer Sihlsee Euthal in?

Oberer Sihlsee Euthal lies near Einsiedeln (SZ). The town page collects every protected site around Einsiedeln.

Which protected sites are near Oberer Sihlsee Euthal?

The closest are Euthal (0 km), Rütiwijer (1 km) and Nätsch (1 km).