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Current Date And Time In La Roche, Switzerland

Sunday, 09 August 2026
23:02:43 CEST
State: Fribourg
Currency: Swiss Franc (CHF)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 1,405
District: Gruyère District

🗺 Map of La Roche, Fribourg, Switzerland – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of La Roche, a city in Fribourg, Switzerland, 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 — 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.

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 Switzerland operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of La Roche, Fribourg

📍 LATITUDE
46.696°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
7.137°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)46.6962° N7.1372° E
Signed Decimal Degrees46.69627.1372
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)46° 41' 46" N7° 8' 14" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)46° 41.772' N7° 8.2326' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in La Roche Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:21 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:52 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 30m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:36 PM
Calculated for today (09 Aug 2026) from La Roche’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,198 km
(3,230 mi) • La Roche is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
545 km
(339 mi) • La Roche is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
46.696° S, 172.863° W
The point exactly opposite La Roche through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from La Roche, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 420 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

📍 Location Details

CityLa Roche
StateFribourg (Canton de Fribourg)
CountrySwitzerland
ContinentEurope
DistrictGruyère District
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population1,405
Elevation750 m / 2,461 ft
GPS (DD)46.6962, 7.1372

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of La Roche

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Fribourg
Parent Country: Switzerland

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 1,405
🏆 State Rank: #35 of 72 most populous in Fribourg
🏠 Share of Fribourg Population: 0.438%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from La Roche 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 Fribourg.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Pont-la-VilleFribourgW2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
TreyvauxFribourgN4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
HautevilleFribourgSW4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
ArconcielFribourgN6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
EpendesFribourgN6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
PraromanFribourgNE7 km4 mi~7m🗺 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 to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Fribourg
12 km (7 mi)
N of La Roche • ~12m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Bern
35 km (22 mi)
NE of La Roche • ~35m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Fribourg

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Fribourg46.8024° N7.1513° E610 m0 km🗺 View Map
Bulle46.618° N7.0569° E771 m22 km🗺 View Map
Villars-sur-Glâne46.7905° N7.1172° E656 m3 km🗺 View Map
Marly46.7761° N7.1646° E627 m3 km🗺 View Map
Düdingen46.8492° N7.1915° E600 m6 km🗺 View Map
Murten/Morat46.9283° N7.1172° E435 m14 km🗺 View Map
Romont46.6965° N6.919° E763 m21 km🗺 View Map
Châtel-Saint-Denis46.5269° N6.9008° E809 m36 km🗺 View Map
Estavayer-le-Lac46.8488° N6.8465° E453 m24 km🗺 View Map
Flamatt46.8899° N7.322° E538 m16 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Bern Airport
IATA: BRN
37 km (23 mi) from La Roche
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🌍 La Roche Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of La Roche Matter

The exact GPS location of La Roche gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Fribourg. 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 Fribourg state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for La Roche 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 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

The satellite view of La Roche 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 Switzerland map

🌎 Regional Position of La Roche in Fribourg

La Roche sits within Fribourg, Switzerland, 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 Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of La Roche 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 Fribourg. › Browse every city in Fribourg

💻 Using La Roche Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for La Roche 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 Switzerland. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use La Roche Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of La Roche 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. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Fribourg CitiesAccess the full city directory for Fribourg ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About La Roche Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of La Roche?

The GPS coordinates of La Roche are latitude 46.6962° and longitude 7.1372°. In directional format: 46.6962° N, 7.1372° E. These coordinates mark the center of La Roche in Fribourg and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is La Roche located?

La Roche is a city in Fribourg, Switzerland, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Gruyère District. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of La Roche?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, La Roche sits at: Latitude 46° 41' 46" N and Longitude 7° 8' 14" 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?

La Roche has a population of approximately 1,405 people. This is roughly 0.438% of Fribourg's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Fribourg.

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

The interactive satellite map of La Roche is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 46.6962, 7.1372 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate La Roche in Fribourg. For broader context, explore the Fribourg state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to La Roche?

The nearest airport to La Roche is Bern Airport (BRN), roughly 37 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is La Roche from Fribourg?

La Roche is approximately 12 km (7 mi) from Fribourg, the capital of Fribourg, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Fribourg.

⛰️ What is the elevation of La Roche?

La Roche sits at an elevation of approximately 750 meters (2,461 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Fribourg.

🗺 Which cities are closest to La Roche?

The closest cities to La Roche include Pont-la-Ville, Treyvaux, Hauteville. 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 today?

Today in La Roche, sunrise is at 06:21 AM and sunset is at 08:52 PM, giving a day length of 14h 30m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from La Roche's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is La Roche from the Equator?

La Roche is approximately 5,198 km (3,230 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 545 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?

The antipodal point of La Roche — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 420 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 from Bern, the capital of Switzerland?

La Roche is approximately 35 km (22 mi) NE of Bern, the national capital of Switzerland, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.