Wenigerweiher, Protected lake in St. Gallen, Switzerland.
The Wenigerweiher lake sits at 838 meters elevation, featuring a small island in its eastern section and a wooden pier extending into the water.
The establishment of Wenigerweiher in 2001 marked a significant step in preserving natural habitats within the St. Gallen canton of Switzerland.
The Wenigerweiher forms part of Switzerland's Federal Inventory of Amphibian Spawning Areas, reflecting the nation's dedication to protecting natural environments.
Visitors can reach the lake through a 20-minute forest path from St. Georgen district or take a 5-minute walk from the Schwarzer Bären train station.
The lake contains 154,800 cubic meters of water and spans 11.18 hectares, serving as a designated reproduction site for multiple amphibian species.
Location: St. Gallen
Inception: 2001
Elevation above the sea: 838 m
Part of: Federal Inventory of Amphibian Spawning Areas of National Importance
GPS coordinates: 47.41861,9.41420
Latest update: March 10, 2025 21:55
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