Umiker Schachen, Villnachern

Amphibian spawning site48 haObject number AG843

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Umiker Schachen is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Villnachern. It covers 48 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number AG843. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Umiker Schachen?

Umiker Schachen lies near Villnachern. The coordinates are 47.4722, 8.1850.

How large is Umiker Schachen?

The site covers 48 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 Umiker Schachen protected?

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

Which town is Umiker Schachen in?

Umiker Schachen lies near Brugg. The town page collects every protected site around Brugg.

Which protected sites are near Umiker Schachen?

The closest are Auacher (1 km), Umiker Schachen - Stierenhölzli (1 km) and Lindebüel (1 km).