Schwand, Bremgarten AG

Amphibian spawning site23 haObject number AG129

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Schwand is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Bremgarten AG in the canton of AG. It covers 23 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number AG129. 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 Schwand?

Schwand lies near Bremgarten AG in the canton of AG. The coordinates are 47.3606, 8.3243.

How large is Schwand?

The site covers 23 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 Schwand protected?

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

Which town is Schwand in?

Schwand lies near Bremgarten (AG). The town page collects every protected site around Bremgarten.

Which protected sites are near Schwand?

The closest are Dickhölzli (1 km), Folenweid (1 km) and Fischbacher Moos (1 km).