Turpenriet, Kirchberg SG

Amphibian spawning site5 haObject number SG506

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Turpenriet is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Kirchberg SG. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number SG506. 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 Turpenriet?

Turpenriet lies near Kirchberg SG. The coordinates are 47.4045, 9.0322.

How large is Turpenriet?

The site covers 5 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 Turpenriet protected?

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

Which town is Turpenriet in?

Turpenriet lies near Lütisburg. The town page collects every protected site around Lütisburg.

Which protected sites are near Turpenriet?

The closest are Turpenriet/Torf-Riet (0 km), Nördli Riet (1 km) and Ischnitt (1 km).