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Le Chenit, Vaud, Switzerland โ€“ Switzerland Flag

Current Date And Time In Le Chenit, Switzerland

Thursday, 13 August 2026
05:07:29 CEST
State: Vaud
Currency: Swiss Franc (CHF)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 4,062
District: Jura-Nord vaudois District

🗺 Map of Le Chenit, Vaud, Switzerland – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Le Chenit, a city in Vaud, 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 Le Chenit โ€” 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 Le Chenit.

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 Le Chenit, Vaud

📍 LATITUDE
46.607°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
6.231°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)46.6069° N6.2306° E
Signed Decimal Degrees46.60696.2306
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)46° 36' 25" N6° 13' 50" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)46° 36.4128' N6° 13.8372' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Le Chenit Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:29 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:50 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 21m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:39 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Le Chenit’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,188 km
(3,224 mi) • Le Chenit is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
476 km
(296 mi) • Le Chenit is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
46.607° S, 173.769° W
The point exactly opposite Le Chenit through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Le Chenit, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 367 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 Le Chenit

📍 Location Details

CityLe Chenit
StateVaud
CountrySwitzerland
ContinentEurope
DistrictJura-Nord vaudois District
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population4,062
Area (km²)99.19 km²
Area (mi²)38.30 mi²
Pop. Density40.95 /km²
Elevation1,015 m / 3,330 ft
GPS (DD)46.6069, 6.2306

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Le Chenit

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 4,062
🏆 State Rank: #33 of 120 most populous in Vaud
📏 Built-Up Area: 99.19 km²
👥 Population Density: 41 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Le Chenit 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 Vaud.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
L'AbbayeVaudNE8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
BerolleVaudSE10 km6 mi~10m🗺 View
Saint-GeorgeVaudS11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
MollensVaudE11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
BiรจreVaudSE11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
MontricherVaudE11 km7 mi~11m🗺 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 Le Chenit to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Lausanne
32 km (20 mi)
E of Le Chenit • ~32m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Bern
99 km (61 mi)
E of Le Chenit • ~1h 39m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Vaud

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Lausanne46.516° N6.6328° E453 m0 km🗺 View Map
Yverdon-les-Bains46.7785° N6.6412° E438 m29 km🗺 View Map
Montreux46.433° N6.9114° E403 m23 km🗺 View Map
Renens46.5399° N6.5881° E441 m4 km🗺 View Map
Vevey46.463° N6.8435° E388 m17 km🗺 View Map
Nyon46.3832° N6.2396° E401 m34 km🗺 View Map
Pully46.5103° N6.6618° E428 m2 km🗺 View Map
Morges46.5113° N6.4985° E380 m10 km🗺 View Map
Gland46.4208° N6.2701° E416 m30 km🗺 View Map
Prilly46.537° N6.6046° E489 m3 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Geneva International Airport
IATA: GVA
42 km (26 mi) from Le Chenit
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🌍 Le Chenit Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Le Chenit Matter

The exact GPS location of Le Chenit gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Vaud. 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 โ€” DD, DMS and DDM โ€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Vaud state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Le Chenit

The satellite view of Le Chenit 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 Le Chenit in Vaud

Le Chenit sits within Vaud, 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 Le Chenit Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Le Chenit 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 Vaud. › Browse every city in Vaud

💻 Using Le Chenit Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Le Chenit 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 Le Chenit Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Le Chenit Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Le Chenit?

The GPS coordinates of Le Chenit are latitude 46.6069° and longitude 6.2306°. In directional format: 46.6069° N, 6.2306° E. These coordinates mark the center of Le Chenit in Vaud and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Le Chenit located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Le Chenit?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Le Chenit sits at: Latitude 46° 36' 25" N and Longitude 6° 13' 50" 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 Le Chenit?

Le Chenit has a population of approximately 4,062 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Vaud.

🗺 How can I view Le Chenit on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Le Chenit is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 46.6069, 6.2306 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Le Chenit in Vaud. For broader context, explore the Vaud state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Le Chenit?

The nearest airport to Le Chenit is Geneva International Airport (GVA), roughly 42 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Le Chenit from Lausanne?

Le Chenit is approximately 32 km (20 mi) from Lausanne, the capital of Vaud, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Vaud.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Le Chenit?

Le Chenit sits at an elevation of approximately 1,015 meters (3,330 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Vaud.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Le Chenit?

The closest cities to Le Chenit include L'Abbaye, Berolle, Saint-George. 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 Le Chenit today?

Today in Le Chenit, sunrise is at 06:29 AM and sunset is at 08:50 PM, giving a day length of 14h 21m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Le Chenit's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Le Chenit from the Equator?

Le Chenit is approximately 5,188 km (3,224 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 476 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 Le Chenit?

The antipodal point of Le Chenit — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 367 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 Le Chenit from Bern, the capital of Switzerland?

Le Chenit is approximately 99 km (61 mi) E of Bern, the national capital of Switzerland, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.