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Forst, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany – Germany Flag

Current Date And Time In Forst, Germany

Thursday, 13 August 2026
01:20:08 CEST
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 634

🗺 Map of Forst, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Forst, a city in Rheinland-Pfalz, 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 Forst — 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 Forst.

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 Forst, Rheinland-Pfalz

📍 LATITUDE
50.8°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
7.683°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)50.8° N7.6833° E
Signed Decimal Degrees50.87.6833
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)50° 47' 60" N7° 40' 60" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)50° 48' N7° 40.9998' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Forst Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:12 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:56 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 43m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:34 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Forst’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,655 km
(3,514 mi) • Forst is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
541 km
(336 mi) • Forst is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
50.8° S, 172.317° W
The point exactly opposite Forst through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Forst, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 825 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 Forst

📍 Location Details

CityForst
StateRheinland-Pfalz
CountryGermany
ContinentEurope
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population634
Elevation257 m / 843 ft
GPS (DD)50.8, 7.6833

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Forst

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Rheinland-Pfalz
Parent Country: Germany

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 634
🏆 State Rank: #1053 of 2186 most populous in Rheinland-Pfalz
🏠 Share of Rheinland-Pfalz Population: 0.015%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Forst 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 Rheinland-Pfalz.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
BitzenRheinland-PfalzN0 km0 mi~0m🗺 View
FürthenRheinland-PfalzSW2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
EtzbachRheinland-PfalzS2 km2 mi~2m🗺 View
Hamm (Sieg)Rheinland-PfalzS4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
Birken-HonigsessenRheinland-PfalzNE4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
WissenRheinland-PfalzSE4 km3 mi~4m🗺 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 Forst to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Mainz
100 km (62 mi)
SE of Forst • ~1h 40m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Berlin
439 km (273 mi)
NE of Forst • ~7h 19m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Rheinland-Pfalz

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Mainz49.9819° N8.2801° E125 m0 km🗺 View Map
Ludwigshafen am Rhein49.4812° N8.4464° E97 m57 km🗺 View Map
Koblenz50.3536° N7.5788° E75 m65 km🗺 View Map
Trier49.7557° N6.6394° E141 m120 km🗺 View Map
Kaiserslautern49.443° N7.7716° E240 m70 km🗺 View Map
Worms49.6328° N8.3592° E104 m39 km🗺 View Map
Neuwied50.4336° N7.4706° E67 m76 km🗺 View Map
Neustadt an der Weinstraße49.3501° N8.1389° E144 m71 km🗺 View Map
Speyer49.3208° N8.4311° E111 m74 km🗺 View Map
Frankenthal49.5341° N8.3536° E99 m50 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Cologne Bonn Airport
IATA: CGN
39 km (24 mi) from Forst
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🌍 Forst Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Forst Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Forst

The satellite view of Forst 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 Forst in Rheinland-Pfalz

Forst sits within Rheinland-Pfalz, 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 Forst Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Forst 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 Rheinland-Pfalz. › Browse every city in Rheinland-Pfalz

💻 Using Forst Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Forst 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 Forst Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Forst Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Forst?

The GPS coordinates of Forst are latitude 50.8° and longitude 7.6833°. In directional format: 50.8° N, 7.6833° E. These coordinates mark the center of Forst in Rheinland-Pfalz and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Forst located?

Forst is a city in Rheinland-Pfalz, 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 Forst?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Forst sits at: Latitude 50° 47' 60" N and Longitude 7° 40' 60" 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 Forst?

Forst has a population of approximately 634 people. This is roughly 0.015% of Rheinland-Pfalz's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Rheinland-Pfalz.

🗺 How can I view Forst on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Forst is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 50.8, 7.6833 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Forst in Rheinland-Pfalz. For broader context, explore the Rheinland-Pfalz state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Forst?

The nearest airport to Forst is Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN), roughly 39 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Forst from Mainz?

Forst is approximately 100 km (62 mi) from Mainz, the capital of Rheinland-Pfalz, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Rheinland-Pfalz.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Forst?

Forst sits at an elevation of approximately 257 meters (843 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Rheinland-Pfalz.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Forst?

The closest cities to Forst include Bitzen, Fürthen, Etzbach. 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 Forst today?

Today in Forst, sunrise is at 06:12 AM and sunset is at 08:56 PM, giving a day length of 14h 43m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Forst's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Forst from the Equator?

Forst is approximately 5,655 km (3,514 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 541 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 Forst?

The antipodal point of Forst — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 825 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 Forst from Berlin, the capital of Germany?

Forst is approximately 439 km (273 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.