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Franz Josef Glacier Elevation Data & Contour Lines

West CoastDestination

Elevation Range
240m - 3000m
Glacier terminus to névé

Spectacular glacier descending from the Southern Alps to temperate rainforest. The extreme elevation range makes it critical for glaciology studies and adventure tourism planning.

Coordinates
-43.4667°, 170.1833°
Elevation Gain
2760m
Data Resolution
1m LiDAR

Download Topographic Data

  • Contour Lines: GeoJSON, DXF, KML, Shapefile formats
  • 3D Models: STL and OBJ for 3D printing
  • Map Outputs: PDF, SVG for printing and design
  • Data Source: High-resolution 1m LiDAR from LINZ

Create Elevation Profiles

  • Hiking Routes: Plan trails with accurate elevation gain
  • Cycling Routes: Analyze climbs and descents
  • Urban Planning: Cross-section analysis for development
  • Interactive Charts: Hover to see exact elevations

About Elevation Data for Franz Josef Glacier

Our elevation tools provide professional-grade topographic data for Franz Josef Glacier using high-resolution 1-meter LiDAR data sourced from LINZ (Land Information New Zealand). This data is ideal for:

  • GIS Professionals: Import contour lines directly into ArcGIS, QGIS, or other GIS software
  • Engineers & Surveyors: Accurate elevation data for design and planning
  • Outdoor Enthusiasts: Plan hiking, biking, and running routes with precise elevation profiles
  • Developers: Site analysis and terrain modeling for construction projects
  • Educators: Teaching geography, geology, and environmental science
  • 3D Printing: Create physical terrain models of Franz Josef Glacier

All data is free to use under Creative Commons licensing (CC BY 4.0) from LINZ. Our tools make it easy to extract exactly the area and format you need.