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Current Date And Time In Schmerikon, Switzerland

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
10:15:28 CEST
Currency: Swiss Franc (CHF)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 3,307
District: Wahlkreis See-Gaster

🗺 Map of Schmerikon, Saint Gallen, Switzerland – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Schmerikon, a city in Saint Gallen, 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 Schmerikon — 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 Schmerikon.

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 Schmerikon, Saint Gallen

📍 LATITUDE
47.225°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
8.948°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)47.2254° N8.9484° E
Signed Decimal Degrees47.22548.9484
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)47° 13' 31" N8° 56' 54" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)47° 13.5228' N8° 56.9016' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Schmerikon Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:15 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:43 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 27m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:29 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Schmerikon’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,257 km
(3,267 mi) • Schmerikon is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
676 km
(420 mi) • Schmerikon is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
47.225° S, 171.052° W
The point exactly opposite Schmerikon through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Schmerikon, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 562 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 Schmerikon

📍 Location Details

CitySchmerikon
StateSaint Gallen
CountrySwitzerland
ContinentEurope
DistrictWahlkreis See-Gaster
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population3,307
Elevation407 m / 1,335 ft
GPS (DD)47.2254, 8.9484

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Schmerikon

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Saint Gallen
Parent Country: Switzerland

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 3,307
🏆 State Rank: #40 of 73 most populous in Saint Gallen

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Schmerikon 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 Saint Gallen.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Sankt GallenkappelSaint GallenNE2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
EschenbachSaint GallenNW3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
UznachSaint GallenE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
GoldingenSaint GallenN4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
BenkenSaint GallenSE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
GommiswaldSaint GallenE6 km4 mi~6m🗺 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 Schmerikon to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Bern
119 km (74 mi)
W of Schmerikon • ~1h 59m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Saint Gallen

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Sankt Gallen47.4239° N9.3748° E684 m-🗺 View Map
Rapperswil47.2256° N8.8223° E408 m-🗺 View Map
Wil47.4615° N9.0455° E569 m-🗺 View Map
Jona47.2298° N8.8388° E424 m-🗺 View Map
Gossau47.4155° N9.2548° E637 m-🗺 View Map
Uzwil47.4365° N9.1342° E542 m-🗺 View Map
Altstätten47.3777° N9.5475° E447 m-🗺 View Map
Buchs47.1674° N9.4779° E447 m-🗺 View Map
Flawil47.413° N9.1832° E621 m-🗺 View Map
Eschenbach47.2398° N8.9216° E480 m-🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Zürich Airport
IATA: ZRH
40 km (25 mi) from Schmerikon
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🌍 Schmerikon Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Schmerikon Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Schmerikon

The satellite view of Schmerikon 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 Schmerikon in Saint Gallen

Schmerikon sits within Saint Gallen, 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 Schmerikon Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Schmerikon 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 Saint Gallen. › Browse every city in Saint Gallen

💻 Using Schmerikon Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Schmerikon 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 Schmerikon Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Schmerikon Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Schmerikon?

The GPS coordinates of Schmerikon are latitude 47.2254° and longitude 8.9484°. In directional format: 47.2254° N, 8.9484° E. These coordinates mark the center of Schmerikon in Saint Gallen and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Schmerikon located?

Schmerikon is a city in Saint Gallen, Switzerland, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Wahlkreis See-Gaster. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Schmerikon?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Schmerikon sits at: Latitude 47° 13' 31" N and Longitude 8° 56' 54" 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 Schmerikon?

Schmerikon has a population of approximately 3,307 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Saint Gallen.

🗺 How can I view Schmerikon on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Schmerikon is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 47.2254, 8.9484 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Schmerikon in Saint Gallen. For broader context, explore the Saint Gallen state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Schmerikon?

The nearest airport to Schmerikon is Zürich Airport (ZRH), roughly 40 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Schmerikon?

Schmerikon sits at an elevation of approximately 407 meters (1,335 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Saint Gallen.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Schmerikon?

The closest cities to Schmerikon include Sankt Gallenkappel, Eschenbach, Uznach. 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 Schmerikon today?

Today in Schmerikon, sunrise is at 06:15 AM and sunset is at 08:43 PM, giving a day length of 14h 27m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Schmerikon's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Schmerikon from the Equator?

Schmerikon is approximately 5,257 km (3,267 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 676 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 Schmerikon?

The antipodal point of Schmerikon — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 562 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 Schmerikon from Bern, the capital of Switzerland?

Schmerikon is approximately 119 km (74 mi) W of Bern, the national capital of Switzerland, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.