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Hirel, Brittany, France – France Flag

Current Date And Time In Hirel, France

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
19:59:16 CEST
State: Brittany
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 1,288
District: Ille-et-Vilaine

🗺 Map of Hirel, Brittany, France – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Hirel, a city in Brittany, France, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Hirel — 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 Hirel.

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 France operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Hirel, Brittany

📍 LATITUDE
48.606°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
1.802°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)48.6058° N1.8018° W
Signed Decimal Degrees48.6058-1.8018
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)48° 36' 21" N1° 48' 7" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)48° 36.3468' N1° 48.1104' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Hirel Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:54 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:29 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 34m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
02:12 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Hirel’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,411 km
(3,362 mi) • Hirel is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
133 km
(82 mi) • Hirel is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
48.606° S, 178.198° E
The point exactly opposite Hirel through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Hirel, you'd surface nearest to Portobello, New Zealand, about 647 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 Hirel

📍 Location Details

CityHirel
StateBrittany (Région Bretagne)
CountryFrance
ContinentEurope
DistrictIlle-et-Vilaine
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population1,288
Elevation8 m / 26 ft
GPS (DD)48.6058, -1.8018

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Hirel

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Brittany
Parent Country: France

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 1,288
🏆 State Rank: #545 of 980 most populous in Brittany
🏠 Share of Brittany Population: 0.038%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Hirel 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 Brittany.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Le Vivier-sur-MerBrittanyE2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
La FresnaisBrittanyW3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
Saint-Benoît-des-OndesBrittanyNW4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
CherrueixBrittanyE7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
La GouesnièreBrittanyW7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
Saint-GuinouxBrittanySW7 km4 mi~7m🗺 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 Hirel to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Rennes
56 km (35 mi)
S of Hirel • ~56m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Paris
306 km (190 mi)
E of Hirel • ~5h 6m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Brittany

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Rennes48.1111° N-1.6743° W39 m0 km🗺 View Map
Brest48.3903° N-4.4863° W49 m210 km🗺 View Map
Quimper47.996° N-4.098° W13 m181 km🗺 View Map
Lorient47.7482° N-3.3718° W10 m133 km🗺 View Map
Vannes47.6569° N-2.7621° W20 m96 km🗺 View Map
Saint-Brieuc48.5151° N-2.7684° W96 m93 km🗺 View Map
Saint-Malo48.6474° N-2.0088° W10 m65 km🗺 View Map
Lanester47.7632° N-3.3393° W22 m130 km🗺 View Map
Fougères48.3516° N-1.1996° W115 m44 km🗺 View Map
Lannion48.7326° N-3.4566° W30 m149 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Dinard Pleurtuit Saint-Malo airport
IATA: DNR
21 km (13 mi) from Hirel
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🌍 Hirel Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Hirel Matter

The exact GPS location of Hirel gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Brittany. 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 — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Brittany state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Hirel 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 Hirel are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Hirel

The satellite view of Hirel 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 France map

🌎 Regional Position of Hirel in Brittany

Hirel sits within Brittany, France, 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 Hirel Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Hirel 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 Brittany. › Browse every city in Brittany

💻 Using Hirel Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Hirel 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 France. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Hirel Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Hirel 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 Hirel. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Brittany CitiesAccess the full city directory for Brittany ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Hirel Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Hirel?

The GPS coordinates of Hirel are latitude 48.6058° and longitude -1.8018°. In directional format: 48.6058° N, 1.8018° W. These coordinates mark the center of Hirel in Brittany and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Hirel located?

Hirel is a city in Brittany, France, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Ille-et-Vilaine. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Hirel?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Hirel sits at: Latitude 48° 36' 21" N and Longitude 1° 48' 7" W. 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 Hirel?

Hirel has a population of approximately 1,288 people. This is roughly 0.038% of Brittany's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Brittany.

🗺 How can I view Hirel on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Hirel is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 48.6058, -1.8018 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Hirel in Brittany. For broader context, explore the Brittany state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Hirel?

The nearest airport to Hirel is Dinard Pleurtuit Saint-Malo airport (DNR), roughly 21 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Hirel from Rennes?

Hirel is approximately 56 km (35 mi) from Rennes, the capital of Brittany, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Brittany.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Hirel?

Hirel sits at an elevation of approximately 8 meters (26 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Brittany.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Hirel?

The closest cities to Hirel include Le Vivier-sur-Mer, La Fresnais, Saint-Benoît-des-Ondes. 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 Hirel today?

Today in Hirel, sunrise is at 06:54 AM and sunset is at 09:29 PM, giving a day length of 14h 34m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Hirel's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Hirel from the Equator?

Hirel is approximately 5,411 km (3,362 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 133 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 Hirel?

The antipodal point of Hirel — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Portobello, New Zealand, roughly 647 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 Hirel from Paris, the capital of France?

Hirel is approximately 306 km (190 mi) E of Paris, the national capital of France, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.