Ostergau, Willisau

Amphibian spawning site32 haObject number LU512

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Ostergau is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Willisau in the canton of LU. It covers 32 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number LU512. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Ostergau?

Ostergau lies near Willisau in the canton of LU. The coordinates are 47.1119, 8.0318.

How large is Ostergau?

The site covers 32 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 Ostergau protected?

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

Which town is Ostergau in?

Ostergau lies near Willisau (LU). The town page collects every protected site around Willisau.

Which protected sites are near Ostergau?

The closest are Ostergau (0 km), Hetzligermoos (3 km) and Naturlehrgebiet Buechwald (4 km).