Weierwies, Weiningen TG

Amphibian spawning site3 haObject number TG506

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Weierwies is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Weiningen TG. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number TG506. 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 Weierwies?

Weierwies lies near Weiningen TG. The coordinates are 47.5867, 8.8896.

How large is Weierwies?

The site covers 3 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 Weierwies protected?

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

Which town is Weierwies in?

Weierwies lies near Warth-Weiningen. The town page collects every protected site around Warth-Weiningen.

Which protected sites are near Weierwies?

The closest are Stockrüti (1 km), Hau - Äuli (1 km) and Allmend (1 km).