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Current Date And Time In Lausanne, Switzerland

Monday, 10 August 2026
06:10:28 CEST
State: Zurich
Currency: Swiss Franc (CHF)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)

🗺 Map of Lausanne, Zurich, Switzerland – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Lausanne, a city in Zurich, 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 Lausanne β€” 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 Lausanne.

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 Lausanne, Zurich

📍 LATITUDE
46.526°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
6.629°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)46.5261° N6.6294° E
Signed Decimal Degrees46.52616.6294
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)46° 31' 34" N6° 37' 46" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)46° 31.5633' N6° 37.7641' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Lausanne Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:24 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:53 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 29m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:38 PM
Calculated for today (10 Aug 2026) from Lausanne’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,179 km
(3,218 mi) • Lausanne is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
508 km
(316 mi) • Lausanne is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
46.526° S, 173.371° W
The point exactly opposite Lausanne through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Lausanne, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 380 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 Lausanne

📍 Location Details

CityLausanne
StateZurich (Vaud)
CountrySwitzerland
ContinentEurope
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation529 m / 1,735 ft
GPS (DD)46.5261, 6.6294

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Lausanne

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Lausanne 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 Zurich.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
PrillyZurichNW2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
RenensZurichW3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
Le Mont-sur-LausanneZurichN3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
PullyZurichSE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
ChavannesZurichW4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
EpalingesZurichNE4 km3 mi~4m🗺 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 Lausanne to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Bern
77 km (48 mi)
NE of Lausanne • ~1h 17m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Zurich

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Aigle46.319° N6.9706° E421 m-🗺 View Map
Ballaigues46.7297° N6.4159° E863 m-🗺 View Map
Bex46.25° N7.0143° E423 m-🗺 View Map
Blonay46.4647° N6.8947° E621 m-🗺 View Map
Bussigny46.5517° N6.5586° E455 m-🗺 View Map
Chavannes46.5316° N6.575° E404 m-🗺 View Map
Crissier46.5519° N6.5743° E448 m-🗺 View Map
Ecublens46.5296° N6.5615° E421 m-🗺 View Map
Epalinges46.5489° N6.6742° E785 m-🗺 View Map
Gland46.4203° N6.2699° E417 m-🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Geneva International Airport
IATA: GVA
51 km (32 mi) from Lausanne
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🌍 Lausanne Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Lausanne Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Lausanne

The satellite view of Lausanne 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 Lausanne in Zurich

Lausanne sits within Zurich, 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 Lausanne Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Lausanne 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 Zurich. › Browse every city in Zurich

💻 Using Lausanne Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Lausanne 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 Lausanne Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Lausanne Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Lausanne?

The GPS coordinates of Lausanne are latitude 46.5261° and longitude 6.6294°. In directional format: 46.5261° N, 6.6294° E. These coordinates mark the center of Lausanne in Zurich and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Lausanne located?

Lausanne is a city in Zurich, 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 Lausanne?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Lausanne sits at: Latitude 46° 31' 34" N and Longitude 6° 37' 46" 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 Lausanne on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Lausanne is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 46.5261, 6.6294 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Lausanne in Zurich. For broader context, explore the Zurich state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Lausanne?

The nearest airport to Lausanne is Geneva International Airport (GVA), roughly 51 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Lausanne?

Lausanne sits at an elevation of approximately 529 meters (1,735 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Zurich.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Lausanne?

The closest cities to Lausanne include Prilly, Renens, Le Mont-sur-Lausanne. 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 Lausanne today?

Today in Lausanne, sunrise is at 06:24 AM and sunset is at 08:53 PM, giving a day length of 14h 29m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Lausanne's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Lausanne from the Equator?

Lausanne is approximately 5,179 km (3,218 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 508 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 Lausanne?

The antipodal point of Lausanne — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 380 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 Lausanne from Bern, the capital of Switzerland?

Lausanne is approximately 77 km (48 mi) NE of Bern, the national capital of Switzerland, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.