I would like to use GDAL (under Windows; OSGeo4W Shell) to merge all GeoTIFFs from one directory into a new GeoTIFF. I have tried to address them by writing c:\data\....\*.tif which however does not seem to work, using the Windows environment.
I am looking for the most practicable way to perform this operation; if possible completely within the OSGeo4W Shell. Addressing every single mosaic part name 'by hand' in the Shell is not an option.
Best Answer
You could create a virtual mosaic from all Tiff files:
and convert it afterwards:
Keep an eye on all the GDAL creation parameters to compress your mosaic and use gdaladdo to add overviews.
More info here: GeoTiff Compression for Dummies - Paul Ramsey