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Wakken, Flanders, Belgium – Belgium Flag

Current Date And Time In Wakken, Belgium

Thursday, 13 August 2026
19:07:50 CEST
State: Flanders
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 3,165
District: Provincie West-Vlaanderen

🗺 Map of Wakken, Flanders, Belgium – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Wakken, a city in Flanders, Belgium, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Wakken β€” all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Wakken.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Europe • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Belgium operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Wakken, Flanders

📍 LATITUDE
50.933°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
3.397°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)50.933° N3.3974° E
Signed Decimal Degrees50.9333.3974
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)50° 55' 59" N3° 23' 51" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)50° 55.9824' N3° 23.8458' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Wakken Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:28 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:13 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 44m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:51 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Wakken’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Wakken’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,670 km
(3,523 mi) • Wakken is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
238 km
(148 mi) • Wakken is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
50.933° S, 176.603° W
The point exactly opposite Wakken through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Wakken, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 776 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Wakken

📍 Location Details

CityWakken
StateFlanders (Vlaams Gewest)
CountryBelgium
ContinentEurope
DistrictProvincie West-Vlaanderen
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population3,165
Area (km²)5.36 km²
Area (mi²)2.07 mi²
Pop. Density590.49 /km²
Elevation16 m / 52 ft
GPS (DD)50.933, 3.3974

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Wakken

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Flanders
Parent Country: Belgium

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 3,165
🏆 State Rank: #541 of 1026 most populous in Flanders
🏠 Share of Flanders Population: 0.046%
📏 Built-Up Area: 5.36 km²
👥 Population Density: 590 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Wakken to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Flanders.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
MarkegemFlandersN1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
OeselgemFlandersE2 km2 mi~2m🗺 View
Sint-Baafs-VijveFlandersS3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
Sint-Eloois-VijveFlandersSE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
DentergemFlandersN4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
ZulteFlandersSE4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Wakken to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Brussels
67 km (42 mi)
E of Wakken • ~1h 7m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Flanders

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Flanders, the home state of Wakken, along with each city's aerial distance from Brussels, Flanders's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Antwerpen51.2205° N4.4003° E13 m-🗺 View Map
Gent51.05° N3.7167° E10 m-🗺 View Map
Brugge51.2089° N3.2242° E13 m-🗺 View Map
Leuven50.8796° N4.7009° E28 m-🗺 View Map
Deurne51.2213° N4.466° E8 m-🗺 View Map
Hasselt50.9311° N5.3378° E42 m-🗺 View Map
Aalst50.936° N4.0355° E12 m-🗺 View Map
Mechelen51.0257° N4.4776° E8 m-🗺 View Map
Kortrijk50.828° N3.2649° E22 m-🗺 View Map
Ostend51.2155° N2.927° E6 m-🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Lille Airport
IATA: LIL
46 km (28 mi) from Wakken
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🌍 Wakken Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Wakken Matter

The exact GPS location of Wakken gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Flanders. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Flanders state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Wakken Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Wakken are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Wakken

The satellite view of Wakken lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Belgium map

🌎 Regional Position of Wakken in Flanders

Wakken sits within Flanders, Belgium, in the Europe region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Wakken Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Wakken for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Flanders. › Browse every city in Flanders

💻 Using Wakken Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Wakken in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Belgium. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Wakken Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Wakken directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Wakken. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Flanders CitiesAccess the full city directory for Flanders ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Wakken Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Wakken?

The GPS coordinates of Wakken are latitude 50.933° and longitude 3.3974°. In directional format: 50.933° N, 3.3974° E. These coordinates mark the center of Wakken in Flanders and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Wakken located?

Wakken is a city in Flanders, Belgium, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Provincie West-Vlaanderen. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Wakken?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Wakken sits at: Latitude 50° 55' 59" N and Longitude 3° 23' 51" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Wakken?

Wakken has a population of approximately 3,165 people. This is roughly 0.046% of Flanders's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Flanders.

🗺 How can I view Wakken on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Wakken is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 50.933, 3.3974 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Wakken in Flanders. For broader context, explore the Flanders state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Wakken?

The nearest airport to Wakken is Lille Airport (LIL), roughly 46 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Wakken?

Wakken sits at an elevation of approximately 16 meters (52 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Flanders.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Wakken?

The closest cities to Wakken include Markegem, Oeselgem, Sint-Baafs-Vijve. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Wakken today?

Today in Wakken, sunrise is at 06:28 AM and sunset is at 09:13 PM, giving a day length of 14h 44m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Wakken's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Wakken from the Equator?

Wakken is approximately 5,670 km (3,523 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 238 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Wakken?

The antipodal point of Wakken — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 776 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Wakken from Brussels, the capital of Belgium?

Wakken is approximately 67 km (42 mi) E of Brussels, the national capital of Belgium, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.