Spitzmäder, Montlingen

Amphibian spawning site14 haObject number SG179

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Spitzmäder is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Montlingen. It covers 14 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number SG179. 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 Spitzmäder?

Spitzmäder lies near Montlingen. The coordinates are 47.3482, 9.5701.

How large is Spitzmäder?

The site covers 14 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 Spitzmäder protected?

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

Which town is Spitzmäder in?

Spitzmäder lies near Oberriet. The town page collects every protected site around Oberriet.

Which protected sites are near Spitzmäder?

The closest are Spitzmäder (0 km), Banriet/Burst (1 km) and Bannriet (1 km).