Overesses, Villarepos

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number FR218

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Overesses is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Villarepos. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number FR218. 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 Overesses?

Overesses lies near Villarepos. The coordinates are 46.8917, 7.0764.

How large is Overesses?

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 Overesses protected?

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

Which town is Overesses in?

Overesses lies near Greng. The town page collects every protected site around Greng.

Which protected sites are near Overesses?

The closest are Overesses (0 km), Embouchure du Chandon (2 km) and Le Grabou (2 km).