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Current Date And Time In Lajoux, Switzerland

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
11:07:53 CEST
State: Jura
Currency: Swiss Franc (CHF)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 668
District: Franches-Montagnes District

🗺 Map of Lajoux, Jura, Switzerland – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Lajoux, a city in Jura, 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 Lajoux — 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 Lajoux.

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 Lajoux, Jura

📍 LATITUDE
47.279°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
7.137°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)47.2789° N7.1373° E
Signed Decimal Degrees47.27897.1373
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)47° 16' 44" N7° 8' 14" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)47° 16.7358' N7° 8.2356' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Lajoux Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:22 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:50 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 27m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:36 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Lajoux’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,263 km
(3,270 mi) • Lajoux is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
539 km
(335 mi) • Lajoux is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
47.279° S, 172.863° W
The point exactly opposite Lajoux through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Lajoux, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 468 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 Lajoux

📍 Location Details

CityLajoux
StateJura (République et Canton du Jura)
CountrySwitzerland
ContinentEurope
DistrictFranches-Montagnes District
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population668
Elevation959 m / 3,146 ft
GPS (DD)47.2789, 7.1373

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Lajoux

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 668
🏆 State Rank: #23 of 28 most populous in Jura
🏠 Share of Jura Population: 0.915%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Lajoux 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 Jura.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
GlovelierJuraNE8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
Saint-UrsanneJuraN10 km6 mi~10m🗺 View
BassecourtJuraNE10 km6 mi~10m🗺 View
SaignelégierJuraW11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
Les BreuleuxJuraSW12 km8 mi~12m🗺 View
CourfaivreJuraNE13 km8 mi~13m🗺 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 Lajoux to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Delémont
18 km (11 mi)
NE of Lajoux • ~18m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Bern
44 km (27 mi)
SE of Lajoux • ~44m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Jura

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Delémont47.3649° N7.3445° E432 m0 km🗺 View Map
Moutier47.2782° N7.3695° E535 m10 km🗺 View Map
Porrentruy47.4173° N7.0757° E425 m21 km🗺 View Map
Bassecourt47.3381° N7.2437° E477 m8 km🗺 View Map
Courroux47.3607° N7.3737° E417 m2 km🗺 View Map
Courrendlin47.3385° N7.3724° E436 m4 km🗺 View Map
Courtételle47.3407° N7.3183° E440 m3 km🗺 View Map
Saignelégier47.2562° N6.9965° E985 m29 km🗺 View Map
Courgenay47.4048° N7.1252° E489 m17 km🗺 View Map
Vicques47.35° N7.4134° E453 m5 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–Freiburg
IATA: BSL
46 km (29 mi) from Lajoux
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🌍 Lajoux Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Lajoux Matter

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

📈 Coordinate Formats for Lajoux 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 Lajoux are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Lajoux

The satellite view of Lajoux 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 Lajoux in Jura

Lajoux sits within Jura, 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 Lajoux Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Lajoux 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 Jura. › Browse every city in Jura

💻 Using Lajoux Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Lajoux 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 Lajoux Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Lajoux Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Lajoux?

The GPS coordinates of Lajoux are latitude 47.2789° and longitude 7.1373°. In directional format: 47.2789° N, 7.1373° E. These coordinates mark the center of Lajoux in Jura and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Lajoux located?

Lajoux is a city in Jura, Switzerland, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Franches-Montagnes District. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Lajoux?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Lajoux sits at: Latitude 47° 16' 44" 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 Lajoux?

Lajoux has a population of approximately 668 people. This is roughly 0.915% of Jura's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Jura.

🗺 How can I view Lajoux on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Lajoux is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 47.2789, 7.1373 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Lajoux in Jura. For broader context, explore the Jura state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Lajoux?

The nearest airport to Lajoux is EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–Freiburg (BSL), roughly 46 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Lajoux from Delémont?

Lajoux is approximately 18 km (11 mi) from Delémont, the capital of Jura, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Jura.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Lajoux?

Lajoux sits at an elevation of approximately 959 meters (3,146 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Jura.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Lajoux?

The closest cities to Lajoux include Glovelier, Saint-Ursanne, Bassecourt. 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 Lajoux today?

Today in Lajoux, sunrise is at 06:22 AM and sunset is at 08:50 PM, giving a day length of 14h 27m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Lajoux's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Lajoux from the Equator?

Lajoux is approximately 5,263 km (3,270 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 539 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 Lajoux?

The antipodal point of Lajoux — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 468 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 Lajoux from Bern, the capital of Switzerland?

Lajoux is approximately 44 km (27 mi) SE of Bern, the national capital of Switzerland, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.