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Harpen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany – Germany Flag

Current Date And Time In Harpen, Germany

Thursday, 13 August 2026
03:07:37 CEST
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 16,498
District: Regierungsbezirk Arnsberg

🗺 Map of Harpen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Harpen, a city in North Rhine-Westphalia, 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 Harpen — 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 Harpen.

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 Harpen, North Rhine-Westphalia

📍 LATITUDE
51.498°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
7.288°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)51.4982° N7.2883° E
Signed Decimal Degrees51.49827.2883
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)51° 29' 54" N7° 17' 18" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)51° 29.8932' N7° 17.2986' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Harpen Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:11 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:59 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 48m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:35 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Harpen’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,733 km
(3,562 mi) • Harpen is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
505 km
(314 mi) • Harpen is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
51.498° S, 172.712° W
The point exactly opposite Harpen through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Harpen, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 887 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 Harpen

📍 Location Details

CityHarpen
StateNorth Rhine-Westphalia (Nordrhein-Westfalen)
CountryGermany
ContinentEurope
DistrictRegierungsbezirk Arnsberg
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population16,498
Elevation107 m / 351 ft
GPS (DD)51.4982, 7.2883

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Harpen

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent Country: Germany

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 16,498
🏆 State Rank: #275 of 565 most populous in North Rhine-Westphalia
🏠 Share of North Rhine-Westphalia Population: 0.091%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Harpen 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 North Rhine-Westphalia.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
KornharpenNorth Rhine-WestphaliaSW2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
Bochum-WerneNorth Rhine-WestphaliaSE2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
BövinghausenNorth Rhine-WestphaliaNE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
LaerNorth Rhine-WestphaliaS3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
LütgendortmundNorth Rhine-WestphaliaE4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
WestrichNorth Rhine-WestphaliaNE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 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 Harpen to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Düsseldorf
47 km (29 mi)
SW of Harpen • ~47m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Berlin
434 km (270 mi)
E of Harpen • ~7h 14m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in North Rhine-Westphalia

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Köln50.9333° N6.95° E58 m34 km🗺 View Map
Düsseldorf51.2232° N6.7793° E42 m0 km🗺 View Map
Essen51.4566° N7.0123° E83 m31 km🗺 View Map
Dortmund51.5149° N7.466° E96 m58 km🗺 View Map
Duisburg51.4325° N6.7652° E38 m23 km🗺 View Map
Bochum51.4817° N7.2165° E102 m42 km🗺 View Map
Wuppertal51.2563° N7.1482° E150 m26 km🗺 View Map
Bielefeld52.0333° N8.5333° E111 m151 km🗺 View Map
Bonn50.7344° N7.0955° E64 m59 km🗺 View Map
Münster51.9624° N7.6257° E64 m101 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Dortmund Airport
IATA: DTM
23 km (14 mi) from Harpen
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🌍 Harpen Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Harpen Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Harpen

The satellite view of Harpen 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 Harpen in North Rhine-Westphalia

Harpen sits within North Rhine-Westphalia, 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 Harpen Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Harpen 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 North Rhine-Westphalia. › Browse every city in North Rhine-Westphalia

💻 Using Harpen Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Harpen 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 Harpen Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Harpen Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Harpen?

The GPS coordinates of Harpen are latitude 51.4982° and longitude 7.2883°. In directional format: 51.4982° N, 7.2883° E. These coordinates mark the center of Harpen in North Rhine-Westphalia and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Harpen located?

Harpen is a city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Regierungsbezirk Arnsberg. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Harpen?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Harpen sits at: Latitude 51° 29' 54" N and Longitude 7° 17' 18" 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 Harpen?

Harpen has a population of approximately 16,498 people. This is roughly 0.091% of North Rhine-Westphalia's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in North Rhine-Westphalia.

🗺 How can I view Harpen on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Harpen is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 51.4982, 7.2883 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Harpen in North Rhine-Westphalia. For broader context, explore the North Rhine-Westphalia state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Harpen?

The nearest airport to Harpen is Dortmund Airport (DTM), roughly 23 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Harpen from Düsseldorf?

Harpen is approximately 47 km (29 mi) from Düsseldorf, the capital of North Rhine-Westphalia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in North Rhine-Westphalia.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Harpen?

Harpen sits at an elevation of approximately 107 meters (351 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for North Rhine-Westphalia.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Harpen?

The closest cities to Harpen include Kornharpen, Bochum-Werne, Bövinghausen. 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 Harpen today?

Today in Harpen, sunrise is at 06:11 AM and sunset is at 08:59 PM, giving a day length of 14h 48m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Harpen's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Harpen from the Equator?

Harpen is approximately 5,733 km (3,562 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 505 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 Harpen?

The antipodal point of Harpen — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 887 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 Harpen from Berlin, the capital of Germany?

Harpen is approximately 434 km (270 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.