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Current Date And Time In Risch, Switzerland

Monday, 07 September 2026
15:19:27 CEST
State: Zug
Currency: Swiss Franc (CHF)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)

🗺 Map of Risch, Zug, Switzerland – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Risch, a city in Zug, 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 Risch — 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 Risch.

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 Risch, Zug

📍 LATITUDE
47.141°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
8.43°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)47.1411° N8.4298° E
Signed Decimal Degrees47.14118.4298
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)47° 8' 28" N8° 25' 47" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)47° 8.4631' N8° 25.7896' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Risch Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:51 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:56 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 4m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:24 PM
Calculated for today (07 Sep 2026) from Risch’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,248 km
(3,261 mi) • Risch is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
638 km
(397 mi) • Risch is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
47.141° S, 171.57° W
The point exactly opposite Risch through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Risch, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 526 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 Risch

📍 Location Details

CityRisch
StateZug (Kanton Zug)
CountrySwitzerland
ContinentEurope
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation431 m / 1,415 ft
GPS (DD)47.1411, 8.4298

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Risch

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Risch 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 Zug.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Risch-RotkreuzZugN0 km0 mi~0m🗺 View
RotkreuzZugNE0 km0 mi~0m🗺 View
HünenbergZugN4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
ChamZugNE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
SteinhausenZugNE7 km5 mi~7m🗺 View
ZugZugNE7 km5 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 Risch to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Zug
7 km (5 mi)
NE of Risch • ~7m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Bern
79 km (49 mi)
W of Risch • ~1h 19m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Zug

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Zug47.1724° N8.5175° E425 m0 km🗺 View Map
Baar47.1963° N8.5295° E447 m3 km🗺 View Map
Cham47.1821° N8.4636° E420 m4 km🗺 View Map
Rotkreuz47.1428° N8.4314° E430 m7 km🗺 View Map
Hünenberg47.1754° N8.425° E449 m7 km🗺 View Map
Steinhausen47.1951° N8.4858° E425 m3 km🗺 View Map
Unterägeri47.1365° N8.5853° E727 m7 km🗺 View Map
Menzingen47.1776° N8.5922° E805 m6 km🗺 View Map
Walchwil47.1017° N8.5169° E479 m8 km🗺 View Map
Neuheim47.2019° N8.5805° E-6 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Zürich Airport
IATA: ZRH
36 km (23 mi) from Risch
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🌍 Risch Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Risch Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Risch

The satellite view of Risch 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 Risch in Zug

Risch sits within Zug, 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 Risch Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Risch 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 Zug. › Browse every city in Zug

💻 Using Risch Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Risch 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 Risch Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Risch Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Risch?

The GPS coordinates of Risch are latitude 47.1411° and longitude 8.4298°. In directional format: 47.1411° N, 8.4298° E. These coordinates mark the center of Risch in Zug and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Risch located?

Risch is a city in Zug, Switzerland, on the continent of Europe. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Risch?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Risch sits at: Latitude 47° 8' 28" N and Longitude 8° 25' 47" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Risch on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Risch is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 47.1411, 8.4298 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Risch in Zug. For broader context, explore the Zug state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Risch?

The nearest airport to Risch is Zürich Airport (ZRH), roughly 36 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Risch from Zug?

Risch is approximately 7 km (5 mi) from Zug, the capital of Zug, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Zug.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Risch?

Risch sits at an elevation of approximately 431 meters (1,415 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Zug.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Risch?

The closest cities to Risch include Risch-Rotkreuz, Rotkreuz, Hünenberg. 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 Risch today?

Today in Risch, sunrise is at 06:51 AM and sunset is at 07:56 PM, giving a day length of 13h 4m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Risch's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Risch from the Equator?

Risch is approximately 5,248 km (3,261 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 638 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 Risch?

The antipodal point of Risch — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 526 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 Risch from Bern, the capital of Switzerland?

Risch is approximately 79 km (49 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.