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Tutorials and tools

This section contains tutorials, tools and support to make the most of the API/geoportal geo.admin.ch.

Create a KML and publish it online

KML (formerly known as Keyhole Markup Language) is an XML file format used to display information in a geographical context. KML information can be displayed in many map viewers and of course on map.geo.admin.ch. This tutorial shows you how to create a KML file and put it online.

Easily generate the coordinates of addresses in Switzerland and display them on map.geo.admin.ch

Would you like to easily calculate the address details of your family, your class, your team or association, your customers or any other group, and display the corresponding points on a map? You can do it with a simple Excel file.