Rüss-Spitz, Hünenberg

Amphibian spawning site49 haObject number ZG12

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Rüss-Spitz is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Hünenberg in the canton of ZG. It covers 49 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number ZG12. 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 Rüss-Spitz?

Rüss-Spitz lies near Hünenberg in the canton of ZG. The coordinates are 47.2316, 8.4086.

How large is Rüss-Spitz?

The site covers 49 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 Rüss-Spitz protected?

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

Which town is Rüss-Spitz in?

Rüss-Spitz lies near Hünenberg (ZG). The town page collects every protected site around Hünenberg.

Which protected sites are near Rüss-Spitz?

The closest are Maschwander Allmend (0 km), Rüss-Spitz/Wannhüseren (0 km) and Schoren Schachen (1 km).