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Current Date And Time In Garching, Germany

Thursday, 13 August 2026
07:13:01 CEST
State: Bavaria
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 17,656
District: Upper Bavaria

🗺 Map of Garching, Bavaria, Germany – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Garching, a city in Bavaria, 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 Garching — 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 Garching.

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 Garching, Bavaria

📍 LATITUDE
48.249°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
11.651°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)48.249° N11.651° E
Signed Decimal Degrees48.24911.651
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)48° 14' 56" N11° 39' 4" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)48° 14.9376' N11° 39.0606' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Garching Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:03 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:33 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 29m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:18 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Garching’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,371 km
(3,337 mi) • Garching is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
864 km
(537 mi) • Garching is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
48.249° S, 168.349° W
The point exactly opposite Garching through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Garching, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 792 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 Garching

📍 Location Details

CityGarching
StateBavaria (Stato Libero di Baviera)
CountryGermany
ContinentEurope
DistrictUpper Bavaria
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population17,656
Elevation485 m / 1,591 ft
GPS (DD)48.249, 11.651

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Garching

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Bavaria
Parent Country: Germany

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 17,656
🏆 State Rank: #89 of 1940 most populous in Bavaria
🏠 Share of Bavaria Population: 0.133%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Garching 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 Bavaria.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
IsmaningBavariaSE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
EchingBavariaNW6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
OberschleißheimBavariaW6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
UnterföhringBavariaS6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
UnterschleißheimBavariaNW7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
Neufahrn bei FreisingBavariaN7 km5 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 Garching to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Munich
14 km (8 mi)
SW of Garching • ~14m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Berlin
491 km (305 mi)
N of Garching • ~8h 11m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Bavaria

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Munich48.1374° N11.5755° E524 m0 km🗺 View Map
Nuremberg49.4542° N11.0775° E300 m151 km🗺 View Map
Augsburg48.3715° N10.8985° E489 m56 km🗺 View Map
Regensburg49.0151° N12.1016° E341 m105 km🗺 View Map
Würzburg49.7939° N9.9512° E204 m219 km🗺 View Map
Fürth49.4759° N10.9886° E302 m155 km🗺 View Map
Ingolstadt48.7651° N11.4237° E379 m71 km🗺 View Map
Erlangen49.591° N11.0078° E290 m167 km🗺 View Map
Bogenhausen48.1522° N11.6159° E521 m3 km🗺 View Map
Bayreuth49.9478° N11.5789° E338 m201 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Munich Airport
IATA: MUC
15 km (10 mi) from Garching
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🌍 Garching Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Garching Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Garching

The satellite view of Garching 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 Garching in Bavaria

Garching sits within Bavaria, 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 Garching Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Garching 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 Bavaria. › Browse every city in Bavaria

💻 Using Garching Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Garching 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 Garching Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Garching Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Garching?

The GPS coordinates of Garching are latitude 48.249° and longitude 11.651°. In directional format: 48.249° N, 11.651° E. These coordinates mark the center of Garching in Bavaria and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Garching located?

Garching is a city in Bavaria, Germany, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Upper Bavaria. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Garching?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Garching sits at: Latitude 48° 14' 56" N and Longitude 11° 39' 4" 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 Garching?

Garching has a population of approximately 17,656 people. This is roughly 0.133% of Bavaria's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Bavaria.

🗺 How can I view Garching on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Garching is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 48.249, 11.651 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Garching in Bavaria. For broader context, explore the Bavaria state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Garching?

The nearest airport to Garching is Munich Airport (MUC), roughly 15 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Garching from Munich?

Garching is approximately 14 km (8 mi) from Munich, the capital of Bavaria, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Bavaria.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Garching?

Garching sits at an elevation of approximately 485 meters (1,591 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Bavaria.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Garching?

The closest cities to Garching include Ismaning, Eching, Oberschleißheim. 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 Garching today?

Today in Garching, sunrise is at 06:03 AM and sunset is at 08:33 PM, giving a day length of 14h 29m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Garching's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Garching from the Equator?

Garching is approximately 5,371 km (3,337 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 864 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 Garching?

The antipodal point of Garching — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 792 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 Garching from Berlin, the capital of Germany?

Garching is approximately 491 km (305 mi) N of Berlin, the national capital of Germany, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.