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Villefranche-sur-Cher, Centre-Val de Loire, France – France Flag

Current Date And Time In Villefranche-sur-Cher, France

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
14:20:04 CEST
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 2,553
District: Loire-et-Cher

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


Explore the interactive satellite map of Villefranche-sur-Cher, 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 Villefranche-sur-Cher — 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 Villefranche-sur-Cher.

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 Villefranche-sur-Cher, Centre-Val de Loire

📍 LATITUDE
47.3°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
1.767°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)47.3° N1.7667° E
Signed Decimal Degrees47.31.7667
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)47° 17' 60" N1° 46' 0" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)47° 18' N1° 46.0002' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Villefranche-sur-Cher Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:44 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:11 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 27m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:57 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Villefranche-sur-Cher’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Villefranche-sur-Cher’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,265 km
(3,272 mi) • Villefranche-sur-Cher is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
133 km
(83 mi) • Villefranche-sur-Cher is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
47.3° S, 178.233° W
The point exactly opposite Villefranche-sur-Cher through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Villefranche-sur-Cher, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 394 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 Villefranche-sur-Cher

📍 Location Details

CityVillefranche-sur-Cher
StateCentre-Val de Loire (Centre)
CountryFrance
ContinentEurope
DistrictLoire-et-Cher
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population2,553
Area (km²)27.23 km²
Area (mi²)10.51 mi²
Pop. Density93.76 /km²
Elevation99 m / 325 ft
GPS (DD)47.3, 1.7667

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Villefranche-sur-Cher

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 2,553
🏆 State Rank: #159 of 876 most populous in Centre-Val de Loire
🏠 Share of Centre-Val de Loire Population: 0.100%
📏 Built-Up Area: 27.23 km²
👥 Population Density: 94 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Villefranche-sur-Cher 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-Julien-sur-CherCentre-Val de LoireS2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
LangonCentre-Val de LoireE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
Romorantin-LanthenayCentre-Val de LoireN8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
GièvresCentre-Val de LoireW8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
Pruniers-en-SologneCentre-Val de LoireW8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
VilleherviersCentre-Val de LoireN8 km5 mi~8m🗺 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 Villefranche-sur-Cher to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Orléans
68 km (42 mi)
N of Villefranche-sur-Cher • ~1h 8m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Paris
178 km (111 mi)
N of Villefranche-sur-Cher • ~2h 58m 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 Villefranche-sur-Cher, 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
Tours Val de Loire Airport
IATA: TUF
80 km (49 mi) from Villefranche-sur-Cher
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🌍 Villefranche-sur-Cher Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Villefranche-sur-Cher Matter

The exact GPS location of Villefranche-sur-Cher 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 Villefranche-sur-Cher 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 Villefranche-sur-Cher are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Villefranche-sur-Cher

The satellite view of Villefranche-sur-Cher 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 Villefranche-sur-Cher in Centre-Val de Loire

Villefranche-sur-Cher 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 Villefranche-sur-Cher Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Villefranche-sur-Cher 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 Villefranche-sur-Cher Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Villefranche-sur-Cher 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 Villefranche-sur-Cher Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Villefranche-sur-Cher 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 Villefranche-sur-Cher. 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 Villefranche-sur-Cher Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Villefranche-sur-Cher?

The GPS coordinates of Villefranche-sur-Cher are latitude 47.3° and longitude 1.7667°. In directional format: 47.3° N, 1.7667° E. These coordinates mark the center of Villefranche-sur-Cher in Centre-Val de Loire and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Villefranche-sur-Cher located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Villefranche-sur-Cher?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Villefranche-sur-Cher sits at: Latitude 47° 17' 60" N and Longitude 1° 46' 0" 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 Villefranche-sur-Cher?

Villefranche-sur-Cher has a population of approximately 2,553 people. This is roughly 0.100% 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 Villefranche-sur-Cher on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Villefranche-sur-Cher is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 47.3, 1.7667 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Villefranche-sur-Cher 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 Villefranche-sur-Cher?

The nearest airport to Villefranche-sur-Cher is Tours Val de Loire Airport (TUF), roughly 80 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Villefranche-sur-Cher from Orléans?

Villefranche-sur-Cher is approximately 68 km (42 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 Villefranche-sur-Cher?

Villefranche-sur-Cher sits at an elevation of approximately 99 meters (325 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 Villefranche-sur-Cher?

The closest cities to Villefranche-sur-Cher include Saint-Julien-sur-Cher, Langon, Romorantin-Lanthenay. 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 Villefranche-sur-Cher today?

Today in Villefranche-sur-Cher, sunrise is at 06:44 AM and sunset is at 09:11 PM, giving a day length of 14h 27m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Villefranche-sur-Cher's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Villefranche-sur-Cher from the Equator?

Villefranche-sur-Cher is approximately 5,265 km (3,272 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 Villefranche-sur-Cher?

The antipodal point of Villefranche-sur-Cher — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 394 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 Villefranche-sur-Cher from Paris, the capital of France?

Villefranche-sur-Cher is approximately 178 km (111 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.