Fonte Seca Geodetic Marker

Melgaço (Portugal) Geodetic Marker

Key Facts

  • Source: RGN
  • Coordinates: 42.01713808, -8.28585925
  • RGN sheet: 01B
  • Marker type: BOLEMBREANO
  • Top altitude: 1115.97 m
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Fonte Seca Geodetic Marker is a point in the Portuguese National Geodetic Network (RGN), the reference network used for mapping, surveying and geographic measurement in Portugal.

Coordinates: 42° 01' 1.6971" N, 08° 17' 9.0933" W (42.01713808, -8.28585925). RGN identification: 1:50,000 sheet 01B, type BOLEMBREANO.

Altimetry: orthometric altitude at the top 1115.97 m; at the base 1114 m; ellipsoidal altitude at the top 1172.32 m.

This record is based on official RGN coordinate data and is useful for understanding the landscape, planning map work or identifying a precise geographic reference point. Local access conditions can vary, so check the terrain before visiting.

RGN source ID: rgn-01b-fonte-seca

Sobre Melgaço

Portugal's northernmost municipality, on the border with Galicia. Land of alvarinho wine, smoked meats and Peneda-Gerês National Park.

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