Walenberg, Mollis

Amphibian spawning site15 haObject number GL17

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Walenberg is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Mollis in the canton of GL. It covers 15 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number GL17. 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 Walenberg?

Walenberg lies near Mollis in the canton of GL. The coordinates are 47.1169, 9.0893.

How large is Walenberg?

The site covers 15 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 Walenberg protected?

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

Which town is Walenberg in?

Walenberg lies near Glarus Nord (GL). The town page collects every protected site around Glarus Nord.

Which protected sites are near Walenberg?

The closest are Meur bei Britteren (1 km), Linth-Weesen, Biäsche (2 km) and Landig (2 km).