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Sontra, Hesse, Germany – Germany Flag

Current Date And Time In Sontra, Germany

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
15:04:37 CEST
State: Hesse
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 8,624
District: Regierungsbezirk Kassel

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


Explore the interactive satellite map of Sontra, 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 Sontra — 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 Sontra.

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 Sontra, Hesse

📍 LATITUDE
51.072°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
9.936°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)51.0717° N9.9356° E
Signed Decimal Degrees51.07179.9356
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)51° 4' 18" N9° 56' 8" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)51° 4.3026' N9° 56.1348' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Sontra Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:00 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:49 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 49m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:25 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Sontra’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,685 km
(3,533 mi) • Sontra is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
695 km
(432 mi) • Sontra is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
51.072° S, 170.064° W
The point exactly opposite Sontra through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Sontra, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 929 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 Sontra

📍 Location Details

CitySontra
StateHesse (Hessen)
CountryGermany
ContinentEurope
DistrictRegierungsbezirk Kassel
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population8,624
Elevation225 m / 738 ft
GPS (DD)51.0717, 9.9356

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Sontra

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 8,624
🏆 State Rank: #194 of 413 most populous in Hesse
🏠 Share of Hesse Population: 0.136%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Sontra 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
NentershausenHesseS6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
CornbergHesseSW6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
WaldkappelHesseNW9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View
WeißenbornHesseNE14 km9 mi~14m🗺 View
BebraHesseSW15 km9 mi~15m🗺 View
RonshausenHesseSW15 km9 mi~15m🗺 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 Sontra to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Wiesbaden
162 km (101 mi)
SW of Sontra • ~2h 42m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Berlin
288 km (179 mi)
NE of Sontra • ~4h 48m 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 Sontra, 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
Kassel Airport
IATA: KSF
54 km (34 mi) from Sontra
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🌍 Sontra Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Sontra Matter

The exact GPS location of Sontra 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 Sontra 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 Sontra are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Sontra

The satellite view of Sontra 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 Sontra in Hesse

Sontra 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 Sontra Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Sontra 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 Sontra Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Sontra 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 Sontra Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Sontra 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 Sontra. 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 Sontra Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Sontra?

The GPS coordinates of Sontra are latitude 51.0717° and longitude 9.9356°. In directional format: 51.0717° N, 9.9356° E. These coordinates mark the center of Sontra in Hesse and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Sontra located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Sontra?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Sontra sits at: Latitude 51° 4' 18" N and Longitude 9° 56' 8" 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 Sontra?

Sontra has a population of approximately 8,624 people. This is roughly 0.136% 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 Sontra on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Sontra is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 51.0717, 9.9356 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Sontra in Hesse. For broader context, explore the Hesse state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Sontra?

The nearest airport to Sontra is Kassel Airport (KSF), roughly 54 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Sontra from Wiesbaden?

Sontra is approximately 162 km (101 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 Sontra?

Sontra sits at an elevation of approximately 225 meters (738 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 Sontra?

The closest cities to Sontra include Nentershausen, Cornberg, Waldkappel. 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 Sontra today?

Today in Sontra, sunrise is at 06:00 AM and sunset is at 08:49 PM, giving a day length of 14h 49m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Sontra's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Sontra from the Equator?

Sontra is approximately 5,685 km (3,533 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 695 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 Sontra?

The antipodal point of Sontra — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 929 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 Sontra from Berlin, the capital of Germany?

Sontra is approximately 288 km (179 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.