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Ritterhude, Lower Saxony, Germany – Germany Flag

Current Date And Time In Ritterhude, Germany

Thursday, 13 August 2026
04:33:13 CEST
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 14,192

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


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

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 Ritterhude, Lower Saxony

📍 LATITUDE
53.183°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
8.736°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)53.1829° N8.7355° E
Signed Decimal Degrees53.18298.7355
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)53° 10' 58" N8° 44' 8" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)53° 10.9734' N8° 44.13' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Ritterhude Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:00 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:59 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 58m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:29 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Ritterhude’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,920 km
(3,679 mi) • Ritterhude is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
583 km
(362 mi) • Ritterhude is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
53.183° S, 171.265° W
The point exactly opposite Ritterhude through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Ritterhude, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 1,097 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 Ritterhude

📍 Location Details

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

📈 Area & Population

Population14,192
Elevation28 m / 92 ft
GPS (DD)53.1829, 8.7355

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Ritterhude

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 14,192
🏆 State Rank: #127 of 1110 most populous in Lower Saxony
🏠 Share of Lower Saxony Population: 0.175%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Ritterhude 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
Osterholz-ScharmbeckLower SaxonyNE6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
LemwerderLower SaxonyW8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
SchwanewedeLower SaxonyNW11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
LilienthalLower SaxonyE12 km8 mi~12m🗺 View
WorpswedeLower SaxonyE13 km8 mi~13m🗺 View
NeuenkirchenLower SaxonyW15 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 Ritterhude to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Berlin
322 km (200 mi)
E of Ritterhude • ~5h 22m 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 Ritterhude, 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
Bremen Airport
IATA: BRE
16 km (10 mi) from Ritterhude
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🌍 Ritterhude Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Ritterhude Matter

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Ritterhude

The satellite view of Ritterhude 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 Ritterhude in Lower Saxony

Ritterhude 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 Ritterhude Coordinates

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

Coordinates for Ritterhude 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 Ritterhude Map Data

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

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Ritterhude?

The GPS coordinates of Ritterhude are latitude 53.1829° and longitude 8.7355°. In directional format: 53.1829° N, 8.7355° E. These coordinates mark the center of Ritterhude in Lower Saxony and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Ritterhude located?

Ritterhude 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 Ritterhude?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Ritterhude sits at: Latitude 53° 10' 58" N and Longitude 8° 44' 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 Ritterhude?

Ritterhude has a population of approximately 14,192 people. This is roughly 0.175% 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 Ritterhude on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Ritterhude is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 53.1829, 8.7355 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Ritterhude in Lower Saxony. For broader context, explore the Lower Saxony state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Ritterhude?

The nearest airport to Ritterhude is Bremen Airport (BRE), roughly 16 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Ritterhude?

Ritterhude sits at an elevation of approximately 28 meters (92 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 Ritterhude?

The closest cities to Ritterhude include Osterholz-Scharmbeck, Lemwerder, Schwanewede. 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 Ritterhude today?

Today in Ritterhude, sunrise is at 06:00 AM and sunset is at 08:59 PM, giving a day length of 14h 58m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Ritterhude's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Ritterhude from the Equator?

Ritterhude is approximately 5,920 km (3,679 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 583 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 Ritterhude?

The antipodal point of Ritterhude — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,097 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 Ritterhude from Berlin, the capital of Germany?

Ritterhude is approximately 322 km (200 mi) E of Berlin, the national capital of Germany, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.