Fil de Lughezasca

CHGeoNamesridgeunknown#259152
Latitude
46.349040°
Longitude
9.291990°
Ortho h
2516.00 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
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GeoNames ID 11997940 · Feature T.RDGE

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Fil de Lughezasca is a ridge located in Switzerland, catalogued in the GeoNames topographic database dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #259152 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 2516.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 46.349040°, 9.291990°, corresponding to 46° 20′ 56.54″ N, 9° 17′ 31.16″ E in the traditional degrees-minutes-seconds format. This page is a self-updating reference — all data is aggregated from public open sources and cross-checked periodically against the originating agency.

Professional surveyors, engineers, and topographers use points like Fil de Lughezasca to anchor total-station traverses, verify GNSS/RTK solutions, calibrate levelling instruments, and validate survey deliverables against known coordinates. The record on this page is refreshed daily via automated pipelines that monitor the public sources for any updates, corrections, or status changes.

Coordinate formats

WGS84 (decimal)46.349040, 9.291990
WGS84 (DMS)46° 20′ 56.54″ N, 9° 17′ 31.16″ E
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 32N (approx.)
Elevation2516.00 m
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Geodetic context in Switzerland

The national geodetic reference in Switzerland is maintained by Swisstopo. The active datum is CH1903+ / LV95. Coordinates shown on this page are expressed in WGS84 (ETRF/ITRF-compatible) which is directly usable in most modern GNSS receivers. For cadastral work in Switzerland you may need to convert to the local datum using the Coordinate Hub.

Browse the full list of indexed control points in Switzerland from the country page.

Nearby benchmarks

The closest 6 indexed control points within roughly 50 km of this location:

GeoNames topographic database · mountain peak
Cima de Lughezasca
0.3 km away · CH
GeoNames topographic database · mountain peak
Motasc
0.6 km away · CH
GeoNames topographic database · mountain peak
Pizzo del Torto
0.8 km away · CH
GeoNames topographic database · mountain peak
Piz di Val Marina
1.2 km away · CH
GeoNames topographic database · ridge
Fil dei Fredolan
1.2 km away · CH
GeoNames topographic database · mountain peak
Piz Campanin
1.5 km away · CH

Frequently asked questions

What is Fil de Lughezasca?

Fil de Lughezasca is a ridge located in Switzerland, catalogued in the GeoNames topographic database network. It has the public identifier #259152 and sits at an elevation of 2516.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of Fil de Lughezasca?

The position of Fil de Lughezasca in WGS84 is 46.349040°, 9.291990° (decimal), or 46° 20′ 56.54″ N, 9° 17′ 31.16″ E in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in Switzerland this falls approximately in UTM Zone 32N (approx.).

How can I reach and visit this ridge?

Use the satellite imagery above to see the surrounding area. You can open this location directly in Google Maps, Google Earth, Bing Maps, or OpenStreetMap using the buttons provided. Many geodetic points are accessible to the public; some are on protected or private land — check local regulations before any field visit. Always bring documentation or your credentials if you plan to use the marker for professional measurement.

Is this point verified and usable for professional surveying?

This record has been community-verified 0 times. Data quality depends on the source: NGS and official national agency points are typically centimetre-accurate, OpenStreetMap survey points are metre-accurate, and GeoNames topographic landmarks (peaks, hills) are reference-grade only. Always cross-reference with the original agency datasheet before using this point for cadastral, legal, or safety-critical work.

Original source: this record was imported from geonames. Always refer to the original datasheet for the most up-to-date and authoritative data.