Weissenau, Unterseen

Amphibian spawning site31 haObject number BE556

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Weissenau is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Unterseen in the canton of BE. It covers 31 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number BE556. 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 Weissenau?

Weissenau lies near Unterseen in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.6721, 7.8262.

How large is Weissenau?

The site covers 31 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 Weissenau protected?

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

Which town is Weissenau in?

Weissenau lies near Unterseen (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Unterseen.

Which protected sites are near Weissenau?

The closest are Weissenau (0 km), Weissenau (0 km) and Weissenau (0 km).