Walisgraben, Kölliken

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number AG349

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Walisgraben is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Kölliken in the canton of AG. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number AG349. 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 Walisgraben?

Walisgraben lies near Kölliken in the canton of AG. The coordinates are 47.3321, 8.0121.

How large is Walisgraben?

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 Walisgraben protected?

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

Which town is Walisgraben in?

Walisgraben lies near Kölliken (AG). The town page collects every protected site around Kölliken.

Which protected sites are near Walisgraben?

The closest are Hof (1 km), Tongrube (1 km) and Grossmoos (1 km).