Poutes Paluds, Charmey (Gruyère)

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number FR35

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Poutes Paluds is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Charmey (Gruyère) in the canton of FR. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number FR35. 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 Poutes Paluds?

Poutes Paluds lies near Charmey (Gruyère) in the canton of FR. The coordinates are 46.5766, 7.1746.

How large is Poutes Paluds?

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 Poutes Paluds protected?

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

Which town is Poutes Paluds in?

Poutes Paluds lies near Broc (FR). The town page collects every protected site around Broc.

Which protected sites are near Poutes Paluds?

The closest are Hochmatt-Motélon (2 km), Plan de Tissiniva (2 km) and Grande Oudèche (2 km).