How does a measurement become a map? And why does geospatial data make your everyday life in Zurich better? At Geomatik+Vermessung Zürich, you’ll dive into the invisible world behind city maps and digital 3D models.

At various stations, you can try things out for yourself, marvel at what you see, and get involved: Estimate distances and compare your estimates with highly precise measurements. Experience firsthand how real objects are transformed into digital point clouds and 3D models.Find out how to measure a structure that moves. Discover Zurich from a digital perspective and test your knowledge of Zurich.

What you’ll experience at Geomatik+Vermessung Zürich is something you encounter every day—often without even noticing it.

Geodata helps city officials plan routes, visualize construction projects, better understand energy issues, and support emergency response efforts. This makes Zurich measurable, visible, and a little more livable every day.

Other events surrounding geomatics at Scientifica:
Booth: How satellites help us understand the world
Saturday, 29. August 2026, Zentrum
Sunday, 30. August 2026, Zentrum

Bullingerplatz: point cloud and underground (Video: Geomatik + Vermessung Zürich).

Flight through Zurich Main Station: point cloud (Video: Geomatik + Vermessung Zürich).