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Sitten, Valais, Switzerland – Switzerland Flag

Current Date And Time In Sitten, Switzerland

Monday, 03 August 2026
18:42:28 CEST
State: Valais
Currency: Swiss Franc (CHF)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 34,708
District: Sion District

🗺 Map of Sitten, Valais, Switzerland – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Sitten, a city in Valais, 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 Sitten — 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 Sitten.

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 Sitten, Valais

📍 LATITUDE
46.227°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
7.356°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)46.2274° N7.3556° E
Signed Decimal Degrees46.22747.3556
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)46° 13' 39" N7° 21' 20" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)46° 13.6434' N7° 21.3354' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Sitten Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:13 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:00 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 47m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:36 PM
Calculated for today (03 Aug 2026) from Sitten’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,146 km
(3,198 mi) • Sitten is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
566 km
(352 mi) • Sitten is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
46.227° S, 172.644° W
The point exactly opposite Sitten through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Sitten, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 398 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 Sitten

📍 Location Details

CitySitten
StateValais
CountrySwitzerland
ContinentEurope
DistrictSion District
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population34,708
Elevation500 m / 1,641 ft
GPS (DD)46.2274, 7.3556

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Sitten

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 34,708
🏆 State Rank: #1 of 88 most populous in Valais
🏠 Share of Valais Population: 9.974%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Sitten 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 Valais.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
SionValaisNE1 km0 mi~1m🗺 View
SavièseValaisN3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
VexValaisSE4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
ContheyValaisW4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
GrimisuatValaisNE4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
Basse-NendazValaisSW5 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 Sitten to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Sion
1 km (0 mi)
NE of Sitten • ~1m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Bern
79 km (49 mi)
N of Sitten • ~1h 19m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Valais

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Martigny-Ville46.1028° N7.0725° E475 m27 km🗺 View Map
Monthey46.2545° N6.9541° E413 m31 km🗺 View Map
Sierre46.2919° N7.5356° E528 m15 km🗺 View Map
Crans-Montana46.3132° N7.4791° E1,547 m13 km🗺 View Map
Conthey46.2237° N7.3028° E491 m5 km🗺 View Map
Visp46.2937° N7.8815° E653 m41 km🗺 View Map
Naters46.3254° N7.9891° E720 m49 km🗺 View Map
Zermatt46.02° N7.7486° E1,608 m38 km🗺 View Map
Bagnes46.0833° N7.2167° E924 m20 km🗺 View Map
Collombey46.2739° N6.9479° E389 m32 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Bern Airport
IATA: BRN
77 km (48 mi) from Sitten
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🌍 Sitten Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Sitten Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Sitten

The satellite view of Sitten 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 Sitten in Valais

Sitten sits within Valais, 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 Sitten Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Sitten 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 Valais. › Browse every city in Valais

💻 Using Sitten Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Sitten 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 Sitten Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Sitten Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Sitten?

The GPS coordinates of Sitten are latitude 46.2274° and longitude 7.3556°. In directional format: 46.2274° N, 7.3556° E. These coordinates mark the center of Sitten in Valais and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Sitten located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Sitten?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Sitten sits at: Latitude 46° 13' 39" N and Longitude 7° 21' 20" 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 Sitten?

Sitten has a population of approximately 34,708 people. This is roughly 9.974% of Valais's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Valais.

🗺 How can I view Sitten on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Sitten is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 46.2274, 7.3556 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Sitten in Valais. For broader context, explore the Valais state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Sitten?

The nearest airport to Sitten is Bern Airport (BRN), roughly 77 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Sitten from Sion?

Sitten is approximately 1 km (0 mi) from Sion, the capital of Valais, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Valais.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Sitten?

Sitten sits at an elevation of approximately 500 meters (1,641 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Valais.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Sitten?

The closest cities to Sitten include Sion, Savièse, Vex. 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 Sitten today?

Today in Sitten, sunrise is at 06:13 AM and sunset is at 09:00 PM, giving a day length of 14h 47m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Sitten's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Sitten from the Equator?

Sitten is approximately 5,146 km (3,198 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 566 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 Sitten?

The antipodal point of Sitten — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 398 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 Sitten from Bern, the capital of Switzerland?

Sitten is approximately 79 km (49 mi) N of Bern, the national capital of Switzerland, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.