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Lichtenau, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany – Germany Flag

Current Date And Time In Lichtenau, Germany

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
21:37:14 CEST
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 5,023
District: Karlsruhe Region

🗺 Map of Lichtenau, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


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

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 Germany operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Lichtenau, Baden-Wurttemberg

📍 LATITUDE
48.726°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
8.005°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)48.7261° N8.0049° E
Signed Decimal Degrees48.72618.0049
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)48° 43' 34" N8° 0' 17" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)48° 43.5642' N8° 0.2916' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Lichtenau Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:16 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:49 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 32m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:32 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Lichtenau’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,424 km
(3,370 mi) • Lichtenau is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
588 km
(365 mi) • Lichtenau is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
48.726° S, 171.995° W
The point exactly opposite Lichtenau through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Lichtenau, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 636 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 Lichtenau

📍 Location Details

CityLichtenau
StateBaden-Wurttemberg (Baden-Württemberg)
CountryGermany
ContinentEurope
DistrictKarlsruhe Region
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population5,023
Elevation128 m / 420 ft
GPS (DD)48.7261, 8.0049

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Lichtenau

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Baden-Wurttemberg
Parent Country: Germany

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 5,023
🏆 State Rank: #499 of 1081 most populous in Baden-Wurttemberg
🏠 Share of Baden-Wurttemberg Population: 0.045%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Lichtenau 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 Baden-Wurttemberg.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
GreffernBaden-WurttembergN3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
RheinmünsterBaden-WurttembergN3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
SchwarzachBaden-WurttembergNE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
ZellBaden-WurttembergSE6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
RheinauBaden-WurttembergSW8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
OttenhofenBaden-WurttembergE9 km6 mi~9m🗺 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 Lichtenau to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Stuttgart
86 km (54 mi)
E of Lichtenau • ~1h 26m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Berlin
569 km (353 mi)
NE of Lichtenau • ~9h 29m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Baden-Wurttemberg

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Stuttgart48.7823° N9.177° E252 m0 km🗺 View Map
Mannheim49.4891° N8.4669° E100 m94 km🗺 View Map
Karlsruhe49.0094° N8.4044° E118 m62 km🗺 View Map
Freiburg47.9959° N7.8522° E278 m131 km🗺 View Map
Heidelberg49.4077° N8.6908° E115 m78 km🗺 View Map
Heilbronn49.14° N9.2205° E173 m40 km🗺 View Map
Ulm48.3984° N9.9916° E480 m74 km🗺 View Map
Pforzheim48.8844° N8.6989° E256 m37 km🗺 View Map
Reutlingen48.4914° N9.2043° E374 m32 km🗺 View Map
Esslingen48.7396° N9.3047° E241 m10 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport
IATA: FKB
8 km (5 mi) from Lichtenau
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🌍 Lichtenau Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Lichtenau Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Lichtenau

The satellite view of Lichtenau 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 Germany map

🌎 Regional Position of Lichtenau in Baden-Wurttemberg

Lichtenau sits within Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany, 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 Lichtenau Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Lichtenau 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 Baden-Wurttemberg. › Browse every city in Baden-Wurttemberg

💻 Using Lichtenau Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Lichtenau 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 Germany. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Lichtenau Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Lichtenau Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Lichtenau?

The GPS coordinates of Lichtenau are latitude 48.7261° and longitude 8.0049°. In directional format: 48.7261° N, 8.0049° E. These coordinates mark the center of Lichtenau in Baden-Wurttemberg and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Lichtenau located?

Lichtenau is a city in Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Karlsruhe Region. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Lichtenau?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Lichtenau sits at: Latitude 48° 43' 34" N and Longitude 8° 0' 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 Lichtenau?

Lichtenau has a population of approximately 5,023 people. This is roughly 0.045% of Baden-Wurttemberg's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Baden-Wurttemberg.

🗺 How can I view Lichtenau on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Lichtenau is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 48.7261, 8.0049 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Lichtenau in Baden-Wurttemberg. For broader context, explore the Baden-Wurttemberg state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Lichtenau?

The nearest airport to Lichtenau is Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport (FKB), roughly 8 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Lichtenau from Stuttgart?

Lichtenau is approximately 86 km (54 mi) from Stuttgart, the capital of Baden-Wurttemberg, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Baden-Wurttemberg.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Lichtenau?

Lichtenau sits at an elevation of approximately 128 meters (420 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Baden-Wurttemberg.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Lichtenau?

The closest cities to Lichtenau include Greffern, Rheinmünster, Schwarzach. 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 Lichtenau today?

Today in Lichtenau, sunrise is at 06:16 AM and sunset is at 08:49 PM, giving a day length of 14h 32m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Lichtenau's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Lichtenau from the Equator?

Lichtenau is approximately 5,424 km (3,370 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 588 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 Lichtenau?

The antipodal point of Lichtenau — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 636 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 Lichtenau from Berlin, the capital of Germany?

Lichtenau is approximately 569 km (353 mi) NE of Berlin, the national capital of Germany, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.