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Orval, Centre-Val de Loire, France – France Flag

Current Date And Time In Orval, France

Sunday, 26 July 2026
10:54:56 CEST
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 2,010
District: Cher

🗺 Map of Orval, Centre-Val de Loire, France – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Orval, a city in Centre-Val de Loire, 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 Orval — 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 Orval.

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 Orval, Centre-Val de Loire

📍 LATITUDE
46.726°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
2.471°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)46.7258° N2.4714° E
Signed Decimal Degrees46.72582.4714
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)46° 43' 33" N2° 28' 17" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)46° 43.5486' N2° 28.2864' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Orval Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:21 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:31 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
15h 10m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:56 PM
Calculated for today (26 Jul 2026) from Orval’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,202 km
(3,232 mi) • Orval is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
189 km
(117 mi) • Orval is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
46.726° S, 177.529° W
The point exactly opposite Orval through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Orval, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 317 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 Orval

📍 Location Details

CityOrval
StateCentre-Val de Loire (Centre)
CountryFrance
ContinentEurope
DistrictCher
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population2,010
Elevation168 m / 551 ft
GPS (DD)46.7258, 2.4714

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Orval

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Centre-Val de Loire
Parent Country: France

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 2,010
🏆 State Rank: #206 of 876 most populous in Centre-Val de Loire
🏠 Share of Centre-Val de Loire Population: 0.079%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Orval 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 Centre-Val de Loire.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Saint-Amand-MontrondCentre-Val de LoireE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
DrevantCentre-Val de LoireSE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
Bruère-AllichampsCentre-Val de LoireNW6 km3 mi~6m🗺 View
MeillantCentre-Val de LoireN7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
VallenayCentre-Val de LoireNW10 km6 mi~10m🗺 View
Saint-Pierre-les-ÉtieuxCentre-Val de LoireE12 km7 mi~12m🗺 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 Orval to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Orléans
138 km (86 mi)
N of Orval • ~2h 18m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Paris
237 km (147 mi)
N of Orval • ~3h 57m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Centre-Val de Loire

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Centre-Val de Loire, the home state of Orval, along with each city's aerial distance from Orléans, Centre-Val de Loire's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Tours47.3948° N0.704° E52 m106 km🗺 View Map
Orléans47.9025° N1.9041° E115 m0 km🗺 View Map
Bourges47.0833° N2.4° E144 m98 km🗺 View Map
Blois47.5943° N1.3291° E109 m55 km🗺 View Map
Châteauroux46.8125° N1.6936° E160 m122 km🗺 View Map
Chartres48.4469° N1.4893° E158 m68 km🗺 View Map
Joué-lès-Tours47.3491° N0.6651° E81 m111 km🗺 View Map
Dreux48.7365° N1.3657° E96 m101 km🗺 View Map
Vierzon47.2219° N2.0684° E103 m77 km🗺 View Map
Olivet47.8622° N1.8991° E105 m4 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne airport
IATA: CFE
117 km (73 mi) from Orval
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🌍 Orval Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Orval Matter

The exact GPS location of Orval gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Centre-Val de Loire. 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 Centre-Val de Loire state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Orval

The satellite view of Orval 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 Orval in Centre-Val de Loire

Orval sits within Centre-Val de Loire, 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 Orval Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Orval 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 Centre-Val de Loire. › Browse every city in Centre-Val de Loire

💻 Using Orval Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Orval 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 Orval Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Orval Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Orval?

The GPS coordinates of Orval are latitude 46.7258° and longitude 2.4714°. In directional format: 46.7258° N, 2.4714° E. These coordinates mark the center of Orval in Centre-Val de Loire and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Orval located?

Orval is a city in Centre-Val de Loire, France, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Cher. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Orval?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Orval sits at: Latitude 46° 43' 33" N and Longitude 2° 28' 17" 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 Orval?

Orval has a population of approximately 2,010 people. This is roughly 0.079% of Centre-Val de Loire's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Centre-Val de Loire.

🗺 How can I view Orval on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Orval is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 46.7258, 2.4714 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Orval in Centre-Val de Loire. For broader context, explore the Centre-Val de Loire state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Orval?

The nearest airport to Orval is Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne airport (CFE), roughly 117 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Orval from Orléans?

Orval is approximately 138 km (86 mi) from Orléans, the capital of Centre-Val de Loire, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Centre-Val de Loire.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Orval?

Orval sits at an elevation of approximately 168 meters (551 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Centre-Val de Loire.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Orval?

The closest cities to Orval include Saint-Amand-Montrond, Drevant, Bruère-Allichamps. 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 Orval today?

Today in Orval, sunrise is at 06:21 AM and sunset is at 09:31 PM, giving a day length of 15h 10m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Orval's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Orval from the Equator?

Orval is approximately 5,202 km (3,232 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 189 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 Orval?

The antipodal point of Orval — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 317 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 Orval from Paris, the capital of France?

Orval is approximately 237 km (147 mi) N of Paris, the national capital of France, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.