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Altkalen, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany – Germany Flag

Current Date And Time In Altkalen, Germany

Thursday, 13 August 2026
11:54:57 CEST
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 934

🗺 Map of Altkalen, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Altkalen, a city in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, 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 Altkalen — 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 Altkalen.

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 Altkalen, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

📍 LATITUDE
53.899°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
12.74°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)53.8989° N12.7396° E
Signed Decimal Degrees53.898912.7396
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)53° 53' 56" N12° 44' 23" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)53° 53.9328' N12° 44.3754' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Altkalen Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:42 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:45 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
15h 3m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:13 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Altkalen’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
6,000 km
(3,728 mi) • Altkalen is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
836 km
(519 mi) • Altkalen is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
53.899° S, 167.26° W
The point exactly opposite Altkalen through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Altkalen, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 1,295 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 Altkalen

📍 Location Details

CityAltkalen
StateMecklenburg-Vorpommern
CountryGermany
ContinentEurope
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population934
Elevation47 m / 154 ft
GPS (DD)53.8989, 12.7396

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Altkalen

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent Country: Germany

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 934
🏆 State Rank: #269 of 525 most populous in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
🏠 Share of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Population: 0.057%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Altkalen 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 Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
LelkendorfMecklenburg-VorpommernS6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
DargunMecklenburg-VorpommernE7 km5 mi~7m🗺 View
StubbendorfMecklenburg-VorpommernNE7 km5 mi~7m🗺 View
WarsowMecklenburg-VorpommernSE8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
GnoienMecklenburg-VorpommernN8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
JördenstorfMecklenburg-VorpommernW8 km5 mi~8m🗺 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 Altkalen to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Schwerin
92 km (57 mi)
W of Altkalen • ~1h 32m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Berlin
159 km (99 mi)
S of Altkalen • ~2h 39m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Rostock54.0887° N12.1405° E18 m70 km🗺 View Map
Schwerin53.6294° N11.4132° E48 m0 km🗺 View Map
Neubrandenburg53.5574° N13.2611° E15 m122 km🗺 View Map
Stralsund54.3091° N13.0818° E4 m133 km🗺 View Map
Universitäts- und Hansestadt Greifswald54.0891° N13.4024° E2 m140 km🗺 View Map
Wismar53.8922° N11.4556° E1 m29 km🗺 View Map
Güstrow53.7972° N12.1734° E9 m53 km🗺 View Map
Neustrelitz53.3602° N13.0726° E65 m114 km🗺 View Map
Waren53.5199° N12.6813° E63 m85 km🗺 View Map
Kröpeliner-Tor-Vorstadt54.0885° N12.1154° E9 m69 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Rostock-Laage Airport
IATA: RLG
30 km (19 mi) from Altkalen
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🌍 Altkalen Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Altkalen Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Altkalen

The satellite view of Altkalen 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 Altkalen in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

Altkalen sits within Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, 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 Altkalen Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Altkalen 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 Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. › Browse every city in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

💻 Using Altkalen Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Altkalen 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 Altkalen Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Altkalen Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Altkalen?

The GPS coordinates of Altkalen are latitude 53.8989° and longitude 12.7396°. In directional format: 53.8989° N, 12.7396° E. These coordinates mark the center of Altkalen in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Altkalen located?

Altkalen is a city in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, 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 Altkalen?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Altkalen sits at: Latitude 53° 53' 56" N and Longitude 12° 44' 23" 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 Altkalen?

Altkalen has a population of approximately 934 people. This is roughly 0.057% of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

🗺 How can I view Altkalen on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Altkalen is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 53.8989, 12.7396 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Altkalen in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. For broader context, explore the Mecklenburg-Vorpommern state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Altkalen?

The nearest airport to Altkalen is Rostock-Laage Airport (RLG), roughly 30 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Altkalen from Schwerin?

Altkalen is approximately 92 km (57 mi) from Schwerin, the capital of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Altkalen?

Altkalen sits at an elevation of approximately 47 meters (154 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Altkalen?

The closest cities to Altkalen include Lelkendorf, Dargun, Stubbendorf. 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 Altkalen today?

Today in Altkalen, sunrise is at 05:42 AM and sunset is at 08:45 PM, giving a day length of 15h 3m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Altkalen's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Altkalen from the Equator?

Altkalen is approximately 6,000 km (3,728 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 836 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 Altkalen?

The antipodal point of Altkalen — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,295 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 Altkalen from Berlin, the capital of Germany?

Altkalen is approximately 159 km (99 mi) S of Berlin, the national capital of Germany, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.