Plain de Saigne, Montfaucon
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Plain de Saigne is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Montfaucon in the canton of JU. It covers 17 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number JU5101. 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Plain de Saigne?
Plain de Saigne lies near Montfaucon in the canton of JU. The coordinates are 47.2810, 7.0871.
How large is Plain de Saigne?
The site covers 17 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 Plain de Saigne protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Plain de Saigne in?
Plain de Saigne lies near Montfaucon (JU). The town page collects every protected site around Montfaucon.
Which protected sites are near Plain de Saigne?
The closest are Plain de Saigne (0 km), Plain de Saigne (0 km) and Tourbière à l'est des Neufs Prés (1 km).