Wenigerweiher, St. Gallen

Amphibian spawning site6 haObject number SG20

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Wenigerweiher is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near St. Gallen. It covers 6 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number SG20. 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 Wenigerweiher?

Wenigerweiher lies near St. Gallen. The coordinates are 47.4189, 9.4150.

How large is Wenigerweiher?

The site covers 6 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 Wenigerweiher protected?

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

Which town is Wenigerweiher in?

Wenigerweiher lies near St. Gallen. The town page collects every protected site around St. Gallen.

Which protected sites are near Wenigerweiher?

The closest are Stiftsbezirk St. Gallen (3 km), Ziegelei Bruggwald (4 km) and Goldach-Goldach, Bleiche, nur Hauptstation (4 km).