Rovisco Pais Geodetic Marker

Geodetic Marker

Key Facts

  • Source: RGN
  • Coordinates: 40.29988886, -8.76732886
  • RGN sheet: 19A
  • Marker type: PILAR CILINDRICO S/ BASE CILINDRICA S/ DEPÓSITO
  • Top altitude: 90.24 m
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Rovisco Pais 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: 40° 17' 59.5999" N, 08° 46' 2.3839" W (40.29988886, -8.76732886). RGN identification: 1:50,000 sheet 19A, type PILAR CILINDRICO S/ BASE CILINDRICA S/ DEPÓSITO.

Altimetry: orthometric altitude at the top 90.24 m; at the base 65.06 m; ellipsoidal altitude at the top 144.24 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-19a-rovisco-pais

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