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Galatás, Crete, Greece – Greece Flag

Current Date And Time In Galatás, Greece

Thursday, 13 August 2026
01:43:19 EEST
State: Crete
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EEST)
Population: 3,166
District: Nomós Chaniás

🗺 Map of Galatás, Crete, Greece – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Galatás, a city in Crete, Greece, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Galatás — 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 Galatás.

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 Greece operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Galatás, Crete

📍 LATITUDE
35.499°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
23.963°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)35.4986° N23.9634° E
Signed Decimal Degrees35.498623.9634
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)35° 29' 55" N23° 57' 48" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)35° 29.9184' N23° 57.8046' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Galatás Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:40 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:17 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 36m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:29 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Galatás’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
3,952 km
(2,455 mi) • Galatás is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
2,172 km
(1,349 mi) • Galatás is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
35.499° S, 156.037° W
The point exactly opposite Galatás through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Galatás, you'd surface nearest to Mataura, French Polynesia, about 1,492 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 Galatás

📍 Location Details

CityGalatás
StateCrete (Περιφέρεια Κρήτης)
CountryGreece
ContinentEurope
DistrictNomós Chaniás
Time Zone+02:00

📈 Area & Population

Population3,166
Elevation88 m / 289 ft
GPS (DD)35.4986, 23.9634

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Galatás

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Crete
Parent Country: Greece

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 3,166
🏆 State Rank: #24 of 119 most populous in Crete
🏠 Share of Crete Population: 0.511%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Galatás 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 Crete.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
DarátsosCreteE1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
StalósCreteNW2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
PerivóliaCreteSE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
Agía MarínaCreteNW4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
MourniésCreteE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
ChaniáCreteE6 km4 mi~6m🗺 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 Galatás to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Heraklion
108 km (67 mi)
E of Galatás • ~1h 48m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Athens
277 km (172 mi)
N of Galatás • ~4h 37m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Crete

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Irákleion35.3279° N25.1434° E60 m1 km🗺 View Map
Chaniá35.5112° N24.0292° E24 m103 km🗺 View Map
Rethymno35.3656° N24.4823° E14 m60 km🗺 View Map
Néa Alikarnassós35.3389° N25.1597° E25 m1 km🗺 View Map
Gázi35.3253° N25.0669° E52 m7 km🗺 View Map
Ierápetra35.0119° N25.7423° E9 m65 km🗺 View Map
Ágios Nikólaos35.1911° N25.7152° E30 m54 km🗺 View Map
Sitia35.2078° N26.1047° E17 m88 km🗺 View Map
Arkalochóri35.1463° N25.2654° E386 m24 km🗺 View Map
Soúda35.4872° N24.0734° E8 m98 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Chania International Airport
IATA: CHQ
17 km (11 mi) from Galatás
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🌍 Galatás Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Galatás Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Galatás

The satellite view of Galatás 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 Greece map

🌎 Regional Position of Galatás in Crete

Galatás sits within Crete, Greece, 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 Galatás Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Galatás 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 Crete. › Browse every city in Crete

💻 Using Galatás Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Galatás 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 Greece. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Galatás Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Galatás Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Galatás?

The GPS coordinates of Galatás are latitude 35.4986° and longitude 23.9634°. In directional format: 35.4986° N, 23.9634° E. These coordinates mark the center of Galatás in Crete and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Galatás located?

Galatás is a city in Crete, Greece, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Nomós Chaniás. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Galatás?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Galatás sits at: Latitude 35° 29' 55" N and Longitude 23° 57' 48" 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 Galatás?

Galatás has a population of approximately 3,166 people. This is roughly 0.511% of Crete's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Crete.

🗺 How can I view Galatás on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Galatás is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 35.4986, 23.9634 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Galatás in Crete. For broader context, explore the Crete state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Galatás?

The nearest airport to Galatás is Chania International Airport (CHQ), roughly 17 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Galatás from Heraklion?

Galatás is approximately 108 km (67 mi) from Heraklion, the capital of Crete, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Crete.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Galatás?

Galatás sits at an elevation of approximately 88 meters (289 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Crete.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Galatás?

The closest cities to Galatás include Darátsos, Stalós, Perivólia. 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 Galatás today?

Today in Galatás, sunrise is at 06:40 AM and sunset is at 08:17 PM, giving a day length of 13h 36m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Galatás's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Galatás from the Equator?

Galatás is approximately 3,952 km (2,455 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 2,172 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 Galatás?

The antipodal point of Galatás — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Mataura, French Polynesia, roughly 1,492 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 Galatás from Athens, the capital of Greece?

Galatás is approximately 277 km (172 mi) N of Athens, the national capital of Greece, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.