Steppberg, Rheinfelden

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number AG619

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Steppberg is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Rheinfelden in the canton of AG. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number AG619. 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 Steppberg?

Steppberg lies near Rheinfelden in the canton of AG. The coordinates are 47.5439, 7.8178.

How large is Steppberg?

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 Steppberg protected?

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

Which town is Steppberg in?

Steppberg lies near Rheinfelden (AG). The town page collects every protected site around Rheinfelden.

Which protected sites are near Steppberg?

The closest are Rhein-Rheinfelden, Messstation (2 km), Sagibach (3 km) and Tannenchopf (4 km).