Zopfmatt, Uerkheim

Amphibian spawning site9 haObject number AG350

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Zopfmatt is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Uerkheim. It covers 9 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number AG350. 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 Zopfmatt?

Zopfmatt lies near Uerkheim. The coordinates are 47.3147, 8.0196.

How large is Zopfmatt?

The site covers 9 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 Zopfmatt protected?

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

Which town is Zopfmatt in?

Zopfmatt lies near Holziken. The town page collects every protected site around Holziken.

Which protected sites are near Zopfmatt?

The closest are Tongrube (1 km), Hof (1 km) and Walisgraben (2 km).