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La Roche-sur-Foron, Rhône-Alpes, France – France Flag

Current Date And Time In La Roche-sur-Foron, France

Thursday, 13 August 2026
22:49:19 CEST
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 10,026
District: Haute-Savoie

🗺 Map of La Roche-sur-Foron, Rhône-Alpes, France – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of La Roche-sur-Foron, a city in Rhône-Alpes, France, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for La Roche-sur-Foron — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of La Roche-sur-Foron.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Europe • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for France operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of La Roche-sur-Foron, Rhône-Alpes

📍 LATITUDE
46.071°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
6.305°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)46.0711° N6.3045° E
Signed Decimal Degrees46.07116.3045
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)46° 4' 16" N6° 18' 16" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)46° 4.2666' N6° 18.27' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in La Roche-sur-Foron Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:31 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:47 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 16m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:39 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from La Roche-sur-Foron’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 La Roche-sur-Foron’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,129 km
(3,187 mi) • La Roche-sur-Foron is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
487 km
(303 mi) • La Roche-sur-Foron is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
46.071° S, 173.696° W
The point exactly opposite La Roche-sur-Foron through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from La Roche-sur-Foron, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 326 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of La Roche-sur-Foron

📍 Location Details

CityLa Roche-sur-Foron
StateRhône-Alpes (Région Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes)
CountryFrance
ContinentEurope
DistrictHaute-Savoie
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population10,026
Area (km²)17.94 km²
Area (mi²)6.93 mi²
Pop. Density558.86 /km²
Elevation571 m / 1,873 ft
GPS (DD)46.0711, 6.3045

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of La Roche-sur-Foron

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Rhône-Alpes
Parent Country: France

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 10,026
🏆 State Rank: #106 of 2121 most populous in Rhône-Alpes
🏠 Share of Rhône-Alpes Population: 0.123%
📏 Built-Up Area: 17.94 km²
👥 Population Density: 559 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from La Roche-sur-Foron to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Rhône-Alpes.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
EtauxRhône-AlpesSW1 km0 mi~1m🗺 View
AmancyRhône-AlpesE2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
CornierRhône-AlpesN2 km2 mi~2m🗺 View
Saint-SixtRhône-AlpesSE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
ArenthonRhône-AlpesNE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
Pers-JussyRhône-AlpesNW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from La Roche-sur-Foron to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Lyon
118 km (73 mi)
W of La Roche-sur-Foron • ~1h 58m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Paris
429 km (267 mi)
NW of La Roche-sur-Foron • ~7h 9m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Rhône-Alpes

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Rhône-Alpes, the home state of La Roche-sur-Foron, along with each city's aerial distance from Lyon, Rhône-Alpes's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Lyon45.7491° N4.8479° E173 m0 km🗺 View Map
Saint-Étienne45.4339° N4.39° E529 m50 km🗺 View Map
Grenoble45.1787° N5.7148° E218 m93 km🗺 View Map
Clermont-Ferrand45.7797° N3.0868° E406 m137 km🗺 View Map
Villeurbanne45.766° N4.8795° E177 m3 km🗺 View Map
Lyon 0345.7612° N4.8518° E171 m1 km🗺 View Map
Lyon 0845.7363° N4.8687° E178 m2 km🗺 View Map
Lyon 0745.7453° N4.842° E170 m1 km🗺 View Map
Valence44.9256° N4.9096° E126 m92 km🗺 View Map
Chambéry45.5663° N5.9208° E279 m86 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Annecy Meythet airport
IATA: NCY
22 km (14 mi) from La Roche-sur-Foron
States By Alphabets

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🌍 La Roche-sur-Foron Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of La Roche-sur-Foron Matter

The exact GPS location of La Roche-sur-Foron gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Rhône-Alpes. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Rhône-Alpes state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for La Roche-sur-Foron Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for La Roche-sur-Foron are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for La Roche-sur-Foron

The satellite view of La Roche-sur-Foron lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full France map

🌎 Regional Position of La Roche-sur-Foron in Rhône-Alpes

La Roche-sur-Foron sits within Rhône-Alpes, France, in the Europe region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with La Roche-sur-Foron Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of La Roche-sur-Foron for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Rhône-Alpes. › Browse every city in Rhône-Alpes

💻 Using La Roche-sur-Foron Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for La Roche-sur-Foron in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in France. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use La Roche-sur-Foron Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of La Roche-sur-Foron directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to La Roche-sur-Foron. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Rhône-Alpes CitiesAccess the full city directory for Rhône-Alpes ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About La Roche-sur-Foron Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of La Roche-sur-Foron?

The GPS coordinates of La Roche-sur-Foron are latitude 46.0711° and longitude 6.3045°. In directional format: 46.0711° N, 6.3045° E. These coordinates mark the center of La Roche-sur-Foron in Rhône-Alpes and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is La Roche-sur-Foron located?

La Roche-sur-Foron is a city in Rhône-Alpes, France, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Haute-Savoie. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of La Roche-sur-Foron?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, La Roche-sur-Foron sits at: Latitude 46° 4' 16" N and Longitude 6° 18' 16" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of La Roche-sur-Foron?

La Roche-sur-Foron has a population of approximately 10,026 people. This is roughly 0.123% of Rhône-Alpes's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Rhône-Alpes.

🗺 How can I view La Roche-sur-Foron on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of La Roche-sur-Foron is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 46.0711, 6.3045 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate La Roche-sur-Foron in Rhône-Alpes. For broader context, explore the Rhône-Alpes state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to La Roche-sur-Foron?

The nearest airport to La Roche-sur-Foron is Annecy Meythet airport (NCY), roughly 22 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is La Roche-sur-Foron from Lyon?

La Roche-sur-Foron is approximately 118 km (73 mi) from Lyon, the capital of Rhône-Alpes, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Rhône-Alpes.

⛰️ What is the elevation of La Roche-sur-Foron?

La Roche-sur-Foron sits at an elevation of approximately 571 meters (1,873 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Rhône-Alpes.

🗺 Which cities are closest to La Roche-sur-Foron?

The closest cities to La Roche-sur-Foron include Etaux, Amancy, Cornier. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in La Roche-sur-Foron today?

Today in La Roche-sur-Foron, sunrise is at 06:31 AM and sunset is at 08:47 PM, giving a day length of 14h 16m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from La Roche-sur-Foron's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is La Roche-sur-Foron from the Equator?

La Roche-sur-Foron is approximately 5,129 km (3,187 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 487 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from La Roche-sur-Foron?

The antipodal point of La Roche-sur-Foron — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 326 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is La Roche-sur-Foron from Paris, the capital of France?

La Roche-sur-Foron is approximately 429 km (267 mi) NW of Paris, the national capital of France, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.