Current Date And Time In Drenthe, Netherlands
Friday, 31 July 2026
16:30:29 CEST
Capital: Assen
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 502,051
Area: 2,680.37 km²
State Code: DR
Explore the interactive satellite map of Drenthe, a state or administrative region of Netherlands, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Drenthe — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, borders and urban structure of Drenthe in Netherlands.
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 Netherlands operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 52.9476° N | 6.6231° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 52.9476 | 6.6231 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 52° 56' 51" N | 6° 37' 23" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 52° 56.8561' N | 6° 37.3835' E |
| State / Region | Drenthe (드렌터 주) |
| Country | Netherlands |
| Continent | Europe |
| Capital | Assen |
| State Code | DR |
| Time Zone | +01:00 |
| Districts | 12 |
| Population | 502,051 |
| Area (km²) | 2,680.37 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 1,034.90 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 70.79 /km² |
| Elevation | 12 m / 39 ft |
| Area Rank | #8 in Netherlands |
| Population Rank | #10 of 12 in Netherlands |
| GPS (DD) | 52.9476, 6.6231 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Drenthe to each nearby state, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 80 km/h. Use this data for logistics routing, delivery time estimates and regional market coverage planning across Netherlands.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groningen | Netherlands | N | 30 km | 19 mi | ~23m | 🗺 View |
| Overijssel | Netherlands | S | 57 km | 36 mi | ~43m | 🗺 View |
| Friesland | Netherlands | W | 67 km | 41 mi | ~50m | 🗺 View |
| Flevoland | Netherlands | SW | 95 km | 59 mi | ~1h 11m | 🗺 View |
| Gelderland | Netherlands | SW | 112 km | 70 mi | ~1h 24m | 🗺 View |
| North Holland | Netherlands | W | 125 km | 77 mi | ~1h 33m | 🗺 View |
Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between state geographic centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and conditions.
Some states or territories listed above (such as island regions) may not be reachable by road — sea or air travel may be required for those destinations.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Drenthe, along with each city's aerial distance from Assen, Drenthe's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assen | 52.9967° N | 6.5625° E | 12 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Emmen | 52.7792° N | 6.9069° E | 19 m | 33 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Hoogeveen | 52.7225° N | 6.4764° E | 14 m | 31 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Meppel | 52.6958° N | 6.1944° E | 2 m | 42 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Coevorden | 52.661° N | 6.7405° E | 14 m | 39 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Marsdijk | 53.0177° N | 6.5853° E | 10 m | 3 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Klazienaveen | 52.7242° N | 6.9903° E | 18 m | 42 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Beilen | 52.8633° N | 6.5139° E | 16 m | 15 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Bargeres | 52.7615° N | 6.8815° E | 19 m | 34 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Emmer-Compascuum | 52.8117° N | 7.0472° E | 13 m | 38 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Drenthe is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Netherlands. Accurate coordinates enable satellite-based navigation, geofencing for fleet management, territory boundary definition and proximity analysis for new market entry. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are provided for maximum compatibility across platforms. › Compare country geolocation data
Decimal Degrees (DD) are the standard format in web mapping APIs and mapping platforms. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) is used in traditional surveying, military navigation and printed maps. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is preferred in marine and aviation contexts. All three formats for Drenthe on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Netherlands.
The satellite view of Drenthe helps professionals identify terrain, land use patterns, urban density, road networks and natural features. Real estate analysts use it for property assessment and land development planning. Infrastructure teams rely on satellite maps for utility corridor planning, tower siting and construction evaluation. › View Netherlands national map
Drenthe occupies a distinct geographic zone within Netherlands in the Europe region. Its geographic position influences trade connectivity, transportation access and regional economic activity. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports market territory delineation, competitor proximity analysis and strategic distribution network design. › Explore nearby states
Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Drenthe for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The geographic centroid provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Netherlands. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Drenthe 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 region-specific dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Netherlands. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Drenthe are latitude 52.9476° and longitude 6.6231°. In directional format: 52.9476° N, 6.6231° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Drenthe in Netherlands and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Drenthe is a state or administrative region of Netherlands, located in Europe. Its capital city is Assen. View the exact position of Drenthe on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Drenthe is at: Latitude 52° 56' 51" N and Longitude 6° 37' 23" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Drenthe covers a total area of approximately 2,680.37 km² (1,034.90 mi²). This is roughly 6.45% of Netherlands's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Drenthe is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 52.9476, 6.6231 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Drenthe in Netherlands. For broader context, explore the Netherlands national map or nearby states.
Today in Drenthe, sunrise is at 05:48 AM and sunset is at 09:31 PM, giving a day length of 15h 43m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Drenthe's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Drenthe is approximately 5,894 km (3,662 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 444 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Drenthe — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,027 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 place.
