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Current Date And Time In Altenau, Germany

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
08:33:26 CEST
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 2,045

🗺 Map of Altenau, Lower Saxony, Germany – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Altenau, a city in Lower Saxony, 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 Altenau — 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 Altenau.

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 Altenau, Lower Saxony

📍 LATITUDE
51.801°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
10.441°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)51.8011° N10.4415° E
Signed Decimal Degrees51.801110.4415
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)51° 48' 4" N10° 26' 29" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)51° 48.0678' N10° 26.4888' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Altenau Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:56 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:50 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 53m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:23 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Altenau’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,767 km
(3,583 mi) • Altenau is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
719 km
(447 mi) • Altenau is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
51.801° S, 169.559° W
The point exactly opposite Altenau through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Altenau, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 1,016 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 Altenau

📍 Location Details

CityAltenau
StateLower Saxony (Niedersachsen)
CountryGermany
ContinentEurope
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population2,045
Elevation513 m / 1,683 ft
GPS (DD)51.8011, 10.4415

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Altenau

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Lower Saxony
Parent Country: Germany

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 2,045
🏆 State Rank: #585 of 1110 most populous in Lower Saxony
🏠 Share of Lower Saxony Population: 0.025%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Altenau 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 Lower Saxony.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Schulenberg im OberharzLower SaxonyN4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
Clausthal-ZellerfeldLower SaxonyW7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
WildemannLower SaxonyW11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
Sankt AndreasbergLower SaxonySE11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
GoslarLower SaxonyN12 km7 mi~12m🗺 View
Bad HarzburgLower SaxonyNE12 km8 mi~12m🗺 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 Altenau to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Berlin
218 km (135 mi)
NE of Altenau • ~3h 38m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Lower Saxony

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Hannover52.3705° N9.7332° E57 m-🗺 View Map
Braunschweig52.2659° N10.5267° E72 m-🗺 View Map
Osnabrück52.2726° N8.0498° E69 m-🗺 View Map
Oldenburg53.1404° N8.2148° E10 m-🗺 View Map
Wolfsburg52.4245° N10.7815° E62 m-🗺 View Map
Göttingen51.5344° N9.9323° E153 m-🗺 View Map
Salzgitter52.1571° N10.4154° E99 m-🗺 View Map
Hildesheim52.1508° N9.9511° E93 m-🗺 View Map
Wilhelmshaven53.5476° N8.104° E2 m-🗺 View Map
Delmenhorst53.0511° N8.6309° E10 m-🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Kassel Airport
IATA: KSF
84 km (52 mi) from Altenau
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🌍 Altenau Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Altenau Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Altenau

The satellite view of Altenau 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 Altenau in Lower Saxony

Altenau sits within Lower Saxony, 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 Altenau Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Altenau 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 Lower Saxony. › Browse every city in Lower Saxony

💻 Using Altenau Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Altenau 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 Altenau Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Altenau Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Altenau?

The GPS coordinates of Altenau are latitude 51.8011° and longitude 10.4415°. In directional format: 51.8011° N, 10.4415° E. These coordinates mark the center of Altenau in Lower Saxony and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Altenau located?

Altenau is a city in Lower Saxony, 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 Altenau?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Altenau sits at: Latitude 51° 48' 4" N and Longitude 10° 26' 29" 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 Altenau?

Altenau has a population of approximately 2,045 people. This is roughly 0.025% of Lower Saxony's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Lower Saxony.

🗺 How can I view Altenau on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Altenau is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 51.8011, 10.4415 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Altenau in Lower Saxony. For broader context, explore the Lower Saxony state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Altenau?

The nearest airport to Altenau is Kassel Airport (KSF), roughly 84 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Altenau?

Altenau sits at an elevation of approximately 513 meters (1,683 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Lower Saxony.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Altenau?

The closest cities to Altenau include Schulenberg im Oberharz, Clausthal-Zellerfeld, Wildemann. 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 Altenau today?

Today in Altenau, sunrise is at 05:56 AM and sunset is at 08:50 PM, giving a day length of 14h 53m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Altenau's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Altenau from the Equator?

Altenau is approximately 5,767 km (3,583 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 719 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 Altenau?

The antipodal point of Altenau — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,016 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 Altenau from Berlin, the capital of Germany?

Altenau is approximately 218 km (135 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.