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Oosterhesselen, Drenthe, Netherlands – Netherlands Flag

Current Date And Time In Oosterhesselen, Netherlands

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
23:18:16 CEST
State: Drenthe
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 1,690
District: Gemeente Coevorden

🗺 Map of Oosterhesselen, Drenthe, Netherlands – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Oosterhesselen, a city in Drenthe, 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 Oosterhesselen 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 Oosterhesselen.

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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Oosterhesselen, Drenthe

📍 LATITUDE
52.754°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
6.722°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)52.7542° N6.7222° E
Signed Decimal Degrees52.75426.7222
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)52° 45' 15" N6° 43' 20" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)52° 45.2502' N6° 43.3332' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Oosterhesselen Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:09 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:05 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 56m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:37 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Oosterhesselen’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,873 km
(3,649 mi) • Oosterhesselen is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
453 km
(281 mi) • Oosterhesselen is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
52.754° S, 173.278° W
The point exactly opposite Oosterhesselen through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Oosterhesselen, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 1,008 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 Oosterhesselen

📍 Location Details

CityOosterhesselen
StateDrenthe (λ“œλ Œν„° μ£Ό)
CountryNetherlands
ContinentEurope
DistrictGemeente Coevorden
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population1,690
Elevation16 m / 52 ft
GPS (DD)52.7542, 6.7222

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Oosterhesselen

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Drenthe
Parent Country: Netherlands

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 1,690
🏆 State Rank: #51 of 94 most populous in Drenthe
🏠 Share of Drenthe Population: 0.337%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Oosterhesselen 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 Drenthe.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
GeesDrentheW2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
AaldenDrentheN4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
SleenDrentheE6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
DalenDrentheS7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
GeesbrugDrentheSW7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
Nieuw-BalingeDrentheW8 km5 mi~8m🗺 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 Oosterhesselen to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Assen
29 km (18 mi)
N of Oosterhesselen • ~29m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Amsterdam
131 km (81 mi)
W of Oosterhesselen • ~2h 11m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Drenthe

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Assen52.9967° N6.5625° E12 m0 km🗺 View Map
Emmen52.7792° N6.9069° E19 m33 km🗺 View Map
Hoogeveen52.7225° N6.4764° E14 m31 km🗺 View Map
Meppel52.6958° N6.1944° E2 m42 km🗺 View Map
Coevorden52.661° N6.7405° E14 m39 km🗺 View Map
Marsdijk53.0177° N6.5853° E10 m3 km🗺 View Map
Klazienaveen52.7242° N6.9903° E18 m42 km🗺 View Map
Beilen52.8633° N6.5139° E16 m15 km🗺 View Map
Bargeres52.7615° N6.8815° E19 m34 km🗺 View Map
Emmer-Compascuum52.8117° N7.0472° E13 m38 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Groningen Airport Eelde
IATA: GRQ
42 km (26 mi) from Oosterhesselen
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🌍 Oosterhesselen Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Oosterhesselen Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Oosterhesselen

The satellite view of Oosterhesselen 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 Netherlands map

🌎 Regional Position of Oosterhesselen in Drenthe

Oosterhesselen sits within Drenthe, Netherlands, 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 Oosterhesselen Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Oosterhesselen 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 Drenthe. › Browse every city in Drenthe

💻 Using Oosterhesselen Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Oosterhesselen 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 Netherlands. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Oosterhesselen Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Oosterhesselen Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Oosterhesselen?

The GPS coordinates of Oosterhesselen are latitude 52.7542° and longitude 6.7222°. In directional format: 52.7542° N, 6.7222° E. These coordinates mark the center of Oosterhesselen in Drenthe and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Oosterhesselen located?

Oosterhesselen is a city in Drenthe, Netherlands, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Gemeente Coevorden. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Oosterhesselen?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Oosterhesselen sits at: Latitude 52° 45' 15" N and Longitude 6° 43' 20" 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 Oosterhesselen?

Oosterhesselen has a population of approximately 1,690 people. This is roughly 0.337% of Drenthe's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Drenthe.

🗺 How can I view Oosterhesselen on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Oosterhesselen is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 52.7542, 6.7222 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Oosterhesselen in Drenthe. For broader context, explore the Drenthe state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Oosterhesselen?

The nearest airport to Oosterhesselen is Groningen Airport Eelde (GRQ), roughly 42 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Oosterhesselen from Assen?

Oosterhesselen is approximately 29 km (18 mi) from Assen, the capital of Drenthe, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Drenthe.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Oosterhesselen?

Oosterhesselen sits at an elevation of approximately 16 meters (52 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Drenthe.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Oosterhesselen?

The closest cities to Oosterhesselen include Gees, Aalden, Sleen. 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 Oosterhesselen today?

Today in Oosterhesselen, sunrise is at 06:09 AM and sunset is at 09:05 PM, giving a day length of 14h 56m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Oosterhesselen's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Oosterhesselen from the Equator?

Oosterhesselen is approximately 5,873 km (3,649 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 453 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 Oosterhesselen?

The antipodal point of Oosterhesselen — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,008 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 Oosterhesselen from Amsterdam, the capital of Netherlands?

Oosterhesselen is approximately 131 km (81 mi) W of Amsterdam, the national capital of Netherlands, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.