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Elne, Occitanie, France – France Flag

Current Date And Time In Elne, France

Thursday, 13 August 2026
09:09:58 CEST
State: Occitanie
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 7,007
District: Pyrénées-Orientales

🗺 Map of Elne, Occitanie, France – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Elne, a city in Occitanie, 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 Elne — 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 Elne.

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 Elne, Occitanie

📍 LATITUDE
42.604°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
2.972°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)42.6043° N2.9718° E
Signed Decimal Degrees42.60432.9718
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)42° 36' 16" N2° 58' 18" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)42° 36.2592' N2° 58.3056' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Elne Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:51 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:54 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 3m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:52 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Elne’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,743 km
(2,947 mi) • Elne is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
243 km
(151 mi) • Elne is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
42.604° S, 177.028° W
The point exactly opposite Elne through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Elne, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 155 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 Elne

📍 Location Details

CityElne
StateOccitanie (Région Languedoc-Roussillon-Midi-Pyrénées)
CountryFrance
ContinentEurope
DistrictPyrénées-Orientales
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population7,007
Area (km²)21.29 km²
Area (mi²)8.22 mi²
Pop. Density329.12 /km²
Elevation8 m / 26 ft
GPS (DD)42.6043, 2.9718

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Elne

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 7,007
🏆 State Rank: #97 of 1415 most populous in Occitanie
🏠 Share of Occitanie Population: 0.127%
📏 Built-Up Area: 21.29 km²
👥 Population Density: 329 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Elne 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 Occitanie.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Latour-Bas-ElneOccitanieE2 km2 mi~2m🗺 View
Corneilla-del-VercolOccitanieNW3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
MontescotOccitanieW3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
Palau-del-VidreOccitanieS4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
AlényaOccitanieN4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
ThézaOccitanieNW4 km3 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 Elne to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Toulouse
167 km (104 mi)
NW of Elne • ~2h 47m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Paris
697 km (433 mi)
N of Elne • ~11h 37m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Occitanie

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Toulouse43.6043° N1.4437° E150 m0 km🗺 View Map
Montpellier43.6109° N3.8764° E55 m196 km🗺 View Map
Nîmes43.8367° N4.3579° E57 m236 km🗺 View Map
Perpignan42.6976° N2.8954° E43 m155 km🗺 View Map
Béziers43.3412° N3.214° E66 m146 km🗺 View Map
Montauban44.0176° N1.3542° E112 m47 km🗺 View Map
Albi43.9298° N2.148° E177 m67 km🗺 View Map
Tarbes43.2341° N0.0714° E316 m118 km🗺 View Map
Narbonne43.184° N3.0014° E11 m134 km🗺 View Map
Carcassonne43.2165° N2.3486° E113 m85 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) Airport
IATA: PGF
17 km (11 mi) from Elne
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🌍 Elne Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Elne Matter

The exact GPS location of Elne gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Occitanie. 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 Occitanie state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Elne

The satellite view of Elne 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 Elne in Occitanie

Elne sits within Occitanie, 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 Elne Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Elne 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 Occitanie. › Browse every city in Occitanie

💻 Using Elne Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Elne 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 Elne Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Elne Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Elne?

The GPS coordinates of Elne are latitude 42.6043° and longitude 2.9718°. In directional format: 42.6043° N, 2.9718° E. These coordinates mark the center of Elne in Occitanie and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Elne located?

Elne is a city in Occitanie, France, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Pyrénées-Orientales. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Elne?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Elne sits at: Latitude 42° 36' 16" N and Longitude 2° 58' 18" 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 Elne?

Elne has a population of approximately 7,007 people. This is roughly 0.127% of Occitanie's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Occitanie.

🗺 How can I view Elne on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Elne is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 42.6043, 2.9718 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Elne in Occitanie. For broader context, explore the Occitanie state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Elne?

The nearest airport to Elne is Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) Airport (PGF), roughly 17 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Elne from Toulouse?

Elne is approximately 167 km (104 mi) from Toulouse, the capital of Occitanie, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Occitanie.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Elne?

Elne 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 Occitanie.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Elne?

The closest cities to Elne include Latour-Bas-Elne, Corneilla-del-Vercol, Montescot. 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 Elne today?

Today in Elne, sunrise is at 06:51 AM and sunset is at 08:54 PM, giving a day length of 14h 3m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Elne's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Elne from the Equator?

Elne is approximately 4,743 km (2,947 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 243 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 Elne?

The antipodal point of Elne — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 155 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 Elne from Paris, the capital of France?

Elne is approximately 697 km (433 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.