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Current Date And Time In Birkenau, Germany

Sunday, 26 July 2026
13:25:08 CEST
State: Hesse
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 10,318
District: Regierungsbezirk Darmstadt

🗺 Map of Birkenau, Hesse, Germany – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Birkenau, a city in Hesse, 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 Birkenau — 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 Birkenau.

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 Birkenau, Hesse

📍 LATITUDE
49.563°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
8.707°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)49.5625° N8.7069° E
Signed Decimal Degrees49.56258.7069
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)49° 33' 45" N8° 42' 25" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)49° 33.75' N8° 42.4164' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Birkenau Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:46 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:17 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
15h 30m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:31 PM
Calculated for today (26 Jul 2026) from Birkenau’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,517 km
(3,428 mi) • Birkenau is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
629 km
(391 mi) • Birkenau is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
49.563° S, 171.293° W
The point exactly opposite Birkenau through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Birkenau, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 741 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 Birkenau

📍 Location Details

CityBirkenau
StateHesse (Hessen)
CountryGermany
ContinentEurope
DistrictRegierungsbezirk Darmstadt
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population10,318
Elevation150 m / 492 ft
GPS (DD)49.5625, 8.7069

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Birkenau

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 10,318
🏆 State Rank: #159 of 413 most populous in Hesse
🏠 Share of Hesse Population: 0.163%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Birkenau 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 Hesse.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
MörlenbachHesseNE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
Unter-AbtsteinachHesseSE7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
RimbachHesseNE8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
Wald-MichelbachHesseE9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View
ViernheimHesseW10 km6 mi~10m🗺 View
Heppenheim an der BergstrasseHesseNW10 km6 mi~10m🗺 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 Birkenau to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Wiesbaden
67 km (42 mi)
NW of Birkenau • ~1h 7m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Berlin
465 km (289 mi)
NE of Birkenau • ~7h 45m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Hesse

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Frankfurt am Main50.1155° N8.6842° E113 m32 km🗺 View Map
Wiesbaden50.086° N8.2444° E147 m0 km🗺 View Map
Kassel51.3167° N9.5° E164 m163 km🗺 View Map
Darmstadt49.8717° N8.6503° E148 m38 km🗺 View Map
Offenbach50.1006° N8.7665° E113 m37 km🗺 View Map
Gießen50.5873° N8.6755° E162 m64 km🗺 View Map
Hanau am Main50.1342° N8.9142° E107 m48 km🗺 View Map
Marburg an der Lahn50.809° N8.7707° E220 m89 km🗺 View Map
Fulda50.5516° N9.6752° E265 m114 km🗺 View Map
Rüsselsheim am Main49.9896° N8.4225° E89 m17 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Mannheim-City Airport
IATA: MHG
17 km (11 mi) from Birkenau
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🌍 Birkenau Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Birkenau Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Birkenau

The satellite view of Birkenau 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 Birkenau in Hesse

Birkenau sits within Hesse, 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 Birkenau Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Birkenau 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 Hesse. › Browse every city in Hesse

💻 Using Birkenau Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Birkenau 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 Birkenau Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Birkenau Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Birkenau?

The GPS coordinates of Birkenau are latitude 49.5625° and longitude 8.7069°. In directional format: 49.5625° N, 8.7069° E. These coordinates mark the center of Birkenau in Hesse and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Birkenau located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Birkenau?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Birkenau sits at: Latitude 49° 33' 45" N and Longitude 8° 42' 25" 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 Birkenau?

Birkenau has a population of approximately 10,318 people. This is roughly 0.163% of Hesse's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Hesse.

🗺 How can I view Birkenau on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Birkenau is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 49.5625, 8.7069 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Birkenau in Hesse. For broader context, explore the Hesse state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Birkenau?

The nearest airport to Birkenau is Mannheim-City Airport (MHG), roughly 17 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Birkenau from Wiesbaden?

Birkenau is approximately 67 km (42 mi) from Wiesbaden, the capital of Hesse, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Hesse.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Birkenau?

Birkenau sits at an elevation of approximately 150 meters (492 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Hesse.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Birkenau?

The closest cities to Birkenau include Mörlenbach, Unter-Abtsteinach, Rimbach. 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 Birkenau today?

Today in Birkenau, sunrise is at 05:46 AM and sunset is at 09:17 PM, giving a day length of 15h 30m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Birkenau's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Birkenau from the Equator?

Birkenau is approximately 5,517 km (3,428 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 629 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 Birkenau?

The antipodal point of Birkenau — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 741 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 Birkenau from Berlin, the capital of Germany?

Birkenau is approximately 465 km (289 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.