Oberschachen, Merenschwand

Amphibian spawning site11 haObject number AG449

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Oberschachen is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Merenschwand. It covers 11 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number AG449. 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 Oberschachen?

Oberschachen lies near Merenschwand. The coordinates are 47.2626, 8.4013.

How large is Oberschachen?

The site covers 11 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 Oberschachen protected?

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

Which town is Oberschachen in?

Oberschachen lies near Obfelden. The town page collects every protected site around Obfelden.

Which protected sites are near Oberschachen?

The closest are Leiloch-Weiher (0 km), Lunnergrien (1 km) and Lunnerallmend (1 km).