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Current Date And Time In Großenstein, Germany

Friday, 14 August 2026
19:17:14 CEST
State: Thuringia
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 1,441

🗺 Map of Großenstein, Thuringia, Germany – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Großenstein, a city in Thuringia, 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 Großenstein — 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 Großenstein.

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 Großenstein, Thuringia

📍 LATITUDE
50.9°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
12.2°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)50.9° N12.2° E
Signed Decimal Degrees50.912.2
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)50° 53' 60" N12° 11' 60" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)50° 54' N12° 12' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Großenstein Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:55 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:36 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 41m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:15 PM
Calculated for today (14 Aug 2026) from Großenstein’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,666 km
(3,521 mi) • Großenstein is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
857 km
(532 mi) • Großenstein is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
50.9° S, 167.8° W
The point exactly opposite Großenstein through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Großenstein, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 1,014 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 Großenstein

📍 Location Details

CityGroßenstein
StateThuringia (Thüringen)
CountryGermany
ContinentEurope
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population1,441
Elevation273 m / 896 ft
GPS (DD)50.9, 12.2

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Großenstein

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 1,441
🏆 State Rank: #237 of 881 most populous in Thuringia
🏠 Share of Thuringia Population: 0.067%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Großenstein 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 Thuringia.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
KorbußenThuringiaSW2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
BethenhausenThuringiaN3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
BrahmenauThuringiaNW4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
SchwaaraThuringiaW4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
RonneburgThuringiaS4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
LöbichauThuringiaE5 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 Großenstein to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Erfurt
82 km (51 mi)
W of Großenstein • ~1h 22m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Berlin
199 km (124 mi)
NE of Großenstein • ~3h 19m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Thuringia

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Erfurt50.9773° N11.0354° E194 m0 km🗺 View Map
Jena50.9288° N11.5899° E149 m39 km🗺 View Map
Gera50.8803° N12.0819° E203 m74 km🗺 View Map
Weimar50.9803° N11.329° E220 m21 km🗺 View Map
Gotha50.9482° N10.7019° E305 m24 km🗺 View Map
Nordhausen51.5018° N10.7957° E208 m61 km🗺 View Map
Suhl50.6091° N10.694° E442 m47 km🗺 View Map
Eisenach50.9807° N10.3152° E215 m50 km🗺 View Map
Ilmenau50.6832° N10.9186° E478 m34 km🗺 View Map
Altenburg50.9876° N12.4368° E193 m98 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Leipzig/Halle Airport
IATA: LEJ
58 km (36 mi) from Großenstein
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🌍 Großenstein Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Großenstein Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Großenstein

The satellite view of Großenstein 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 Großenstein in Thuringia

Großenstein sits within Thuringia, 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 Großenstein Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Großenstein 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 Thuringia. › Browse every city in Thuringia

💻 Using Großenstein Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Großenstein 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 Großenstein Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Großenstein Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Großenstein?

The GPS coordinates of Großenstein are latitude 50.9° and longitude 12.2°. In directional format: 50.9° N, 12.2° E. These coordinates mark the center of Großenstein in Thuringia and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Großenstein located?

Großenstein is a city in Thuringia, 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 Großenstein?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Großenstein sits at: Latitude 50° 53' 60" N and Longitude 12° 11' 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 Großenstein?

Großenstein has a population of approximately 1,441 people. This is roughly 0.067% of Thuringia's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Thuringia.

🗺 How can I view Großenstein on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Großenstein is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 50.9, 12.2 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Großenstein in Thuringia. For broader context, explore the Thuringia state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Großenstein?

The nearest airport to Großenstein is Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ), roughly 58 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Großenstein from Erfurt?

Großenstein is approximately 82 km (51 mi) from Erfurt, the capital of Thuringia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Thuringia.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Großenstein?

Großenstein sits at an elevation of approximately 273 meters (896 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Thuringia.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Großenstein?

The closest cities to Großenstein include Korbußen, Bethenhausen, Brahmenau. 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 Großenstein today?

Today in Großenstein, sunrise is at 05:55 AM and sunset is at 08:36 PM, giving a day length of 14h 41m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Großenstein's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Großenstein from the Equator?

Großenstein is approximately 5,666 km (3,521 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 857 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 Großenstein?

The antipodal point of Großenstein — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,014 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 Großenstein from Berlin, the capital of Germany?

Großenstein is approximately 199 km (124 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.