Ritzenmattseeli, Stalden (Sarnen)

Amphibian spawning site15 haObject number OW201

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Ritzenmattseeli is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Stalden (Sarnen) in the canton of OW. It covers 15 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number OW201. 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 Ritzenmattseeli?

Ritzenmattseeli lies near Stalden (Sarnen) in the canton of OW. The coordinates are 46.8897, 8.1546.

How large is Ritzenmattseeli?

The site covers 15 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 Ritzenmattseeli protected?

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

Which town is Ritzenmattseeli in?

Ritzenmattseeli lies near Sarnen (OW). The town page collects every protected site around Sarnen.

Which protected sites are near Ritzenmattseeli?

The closest are Heustettli/Bösen-Ritzenmatt (1 km), Glatt-Allmend (1 km) and Obermattboden (1 km).