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Bockau, Saxony, Germany – Germany Flag

Current Date And Time In Bockau, Germany

Thursday, 13 August 2026
01:07:54 CEST
State: Saxony
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 2,599

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


Explore the interactive satellite map of Bockau, a city in 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 Bockau β€” 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 Bockau.

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 Bockau, Saxony

📍 LATITUDE
50.542°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
12.686°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)50.5421° N12.6864° E
Signed Decimal Degrees50.542112.6864
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)50° 32' 32" N12° 41' 11" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)50° 32.5254' N12° 41.1834' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Bockau Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:52 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:35 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 42m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:14 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Bockau’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,626 km
(3,496 mi) • Bockau is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
898 km
(558 mi) • Bockau is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
50.542° S, 167.314° W
The point exactly opposite Bockau through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Bockau, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 1,010 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 Bockau

📍 Location Details

CityBockau
StateSaxony (Freistaat Sachsen)
CountryGermany
ContinentEurope
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population2,599
Elevation502 m / 1,647 ft
GPS (DD)50.5421, 12.6864

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Bockau

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 2,599
🏆 State Rank: #318 of 485 most populous in Saxony
🏠 Share of Saxony Population: 0.063%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Bockau 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 Saxony.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
ZschorlauSaxonyNW4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
LauterSaxonyNE4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
SosaSaxonySW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
AueSaxonyN6 km3 mi~6m🗺 View
SchneebergSaxonyNW7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
Bad SchlemaSaxonyN7 km4 mi~7m🗺 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 Bockau to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Dresden
93 km (58 mi)
NE of Bockau • ~1h 33m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Berlin
226 km (140 mi)
N of Bockau • ~3h 46m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Saxony

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Dresden51.0509° N13.7383° E116 m0 km🗺 View Map
Leipzig51.3396° N12.3713° E116 m101 km🗺 View Map
Chemnitz50.8357° N12.9292° E306 m62 km🗺 View Map
Zwickau50.7272° N12.4884° E267 m95 km🗺 View Map
Plauen50.4973° N12.1378° E361 m128 km🗺 View Map
GΓΆrlitz51.1552° N14.9885° E210 m88 km🗺 View Map
Gohlis51.366° N12.367° E110 m102 km🗺 View Map
Freiberg50.9109° N13.3388° E412 m32 km🗺 View Map
Bautzen51.1804° N14.4349° E213 m51 km🗺 View Map
Pirna50.9584° N13.937° E119 m17 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Karlovy Vary Airport
IATA: KLV
41 km (26 mi) from Bockau
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🌍 Bockau Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Bockau Matter

The exact GPS location of Bockau gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside 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 β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Saxony state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Bockau

The satellite view of Bockau 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 Bockau in Saxony

Bockau sits within 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 Bockau Coordinates

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

💻 Using Bockau Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Bockau 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 Bockau Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Bockau Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Bockau?

The GPS coordinates of Bockau are latitude 50.5421° and longitude 12.6864°. In directional format: 50.5421° N, 12.6864° E. These coordinates mark the center of Bockau in Saxony and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Bockau located?

Bockau is a city in 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 Bockau?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Bockau sits at: Latitude 50° 32' 32" N and Longitude 12° 41' 11" 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 Bockau?

Bockau has a population of approximately 2,599 people. This is roughly 0.063% of Saxony's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Saxony.

🗺 How can I view Bockau on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Bockau is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 50.5421, 12.6864 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Bockau in Saxony. For broader context, explore the Saxony state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Bockau?

The nearest airport to Bockau is Karlovy Vary Airport (KLV), roughly 41 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Bockau from Dresden?

Bockau is approximately 93 km (58 mi) from Dresden, the capital of Saxony, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Saxony.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Bockau?

Bockau sits at an elevation of approximately 502 meters (1,647 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Saxony.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Bockau?

The closest cities to Bockau include Zschorlau, Lauter, Sosa. 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 Bockau today?

Today in Bockau, sunrise is at 05:52 AM and sunset is at 08:35 PM, giving a day length of 14h 42m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Bockau's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Bockau from the Equator?

Bockau is approximately 5,626 km (3,496 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 898 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 Bockau?

The antipodal point of Bockau — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,010 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 Bockau from Berlin, the capital of Germany?

Bockau is approximately 226 km (140 mi) N of Berlin, the national capital of Germany, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.