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Altona, Hamburg, Germany – Germany Flag

Current Date And Time In Altona, Germany

Tuesday, 11 August 2026
22:39:54 CEST
State: Hamburg
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 250,192

🗺 Map of Altona, Hamburg, Germany – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Altona, a city in Hamburg, 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 Altona — 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 Altona.

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 Altona, Hamburg

📍 LATITUDE
53.55°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
9.933°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)53.55° N9.9333° E
Signed Decimal Degrees53.559.9333
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)53° 32' 60" N9° 55' 60" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)53° 33' N9° 55.9998' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Altona Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:52 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:57 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
15h 5m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:25 PM
Calculated for today (11 Aug 2026) from Altona’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,961 km
(3,704 mi) • Altona is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
657 km
(408 mi) • Altona is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
53.55° S, 170.067° W
The point exactly opposite Altona through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Altona, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 1,167 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 Altona

📍 Location Details

CityAltona
StateHamburg
CountryGermany
ContinentEurope
Time Zone+01:00
Founded1535-01-01

📈 Area & Population

Population250,192
Area (km²)78.30 km²
Area (mi²)30.23 mi²
Pop. Density3,195.30 /km²
Elevation34 m / 112 ft
GPS (DD)53.55, 9.9333

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Altona

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 250,192
🏆 State Rank: #7 of 82 most populous in Hamburg
🏠 Share of Hamburg Population: 13.308%
📏 Built-Up Area: 78.30 km²
👥 Population Density: 3,195 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Altona 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 Hamburg.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Altona-AltstadtHamburgE1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
OttensenHamburgNW1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
Altona-NordHamburgNE2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
St. PauliHamburgE2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
SternschanzeHamburgNE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
EimsbüttelHamburgNE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 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 Altona to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Hamburg
4 km (2 mi)
E of Altona • ~4m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Berlin
259 km (161 mi)
SE of Altona • ~4h 19m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Hamburg

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Hamburg53.5507° N9.993° E9 m0 km🗺 View Map
Wandsbek53.5833° N10.0831° E19 m7 km🗺 View Map
Hamburg-Nord53.5894° N9.984° E11 m4 km🗺 View Map
Hamburg-Mitte53.55° N10.0167° E8 m2 km🗺 View Map
Marienthal53.5667° N10.0833° E16 m6 km🗺 View Map
Eimsbüttel53.5742° N9.9568° E16 m4 km🗺 View Map
Harburg53.4606° N9.9839° E10 m10 km🗺 View Map
Bergedorf53.4846° N10.229° E17 m17 km🗺 View Map
Rahlstedt53.6019° N10.1567° E25 m12 km🗺 View Map
Billstedt53.55° N10.1333° E14 m9 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport
IATA: HAM
10 km (6 mi) from Altona
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🌍 Altona Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Altona Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Altona

The satellite view of Altona 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 Altona in Hamburg

Altona sits within Hamburg, 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 Altona Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Altona 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 Hamburg. › Browse every city in Hamburg

💻 Using Altona Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Altona 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 Altona Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Altona Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Altona?

The GPS coordinates of Altona are latitude 53.55° and longitude 9.9333°. In directional format: 53.55° N, 9.9333° E. These coordinates mark the center of Altona in Hamburg and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Altona located?

Altona is a city in Hamburg, Germany, on the continent of Europe. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Altona?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Altona sits at: Latitude 53° 32' 60" N and Longitude 9° 55' 60" 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 Altona?

Altona has a population of approximately 250,192 people. This is roughly 13.308% of Hamburg's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Hamburg.

🗺 How can I view Altona on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Altona is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 53.55, 9.9333 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Altona in Hamburg. For broader context, explore the Hamburg state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Altona?

The nearest airport to Altona is Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport (HAM), roughly 10 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Altona from Hamburg?

Altona is approximately 4 km (2 mi) from Hamburg, the capital of Hamburg, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Hamburg.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Altona?

Altona sits at an elevation of approximately 34 meters (112 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Hamburg.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Altona?

The closest cities to Altona include Altona-Altstadt, Ottensen, Altona-Nord. 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 Altona today?

Today in Altona, sunrise is at 05:52 AM and sunset is at 08:57 PM, giving a day length of 15h 5m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Altona's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Altona from the Equator?

Altona is approximately 5,961 km (3,704 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 657 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 Altona?

The antipodal point of Altona — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,167 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 Altona from Berlin, the capital of Germany?

Altona is approximately 259 km (161 mi) SE of Berlin, the national capital of Germany, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.