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Current Date And Time In Buren, Netherlands

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
19:01:26 CEST
State: Friesland
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 710
District: Gemeente Ameland

🗺 Map of Buren, Friesland, Netherlands – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Buren, a city in Friesland, 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 Buren 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 Buren.

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 Buren, Friesland

📍 LATITUDE
53.447°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
5.799°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)53.4472° N5.7991° E
Signed Decimal Degrees53.44725.7991
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)53° 26' 50" N5° 47' 57" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)53° 26.8302' N5° 47.9436' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Buren Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:09 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:14 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
15h 4m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:41 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Buren’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,950 km
(3,697 mi) • Buren is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
384 km
(239 mi) • Buren is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
53.447° S, 174.201° W
The point exactly opposite Buren through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Buren, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 1,070 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 Buren

📍 Location Details

CityBuren
StateFriesland (FryslΓ’n)
CountryNetherlands
ContinentEurope
DistrictGemeente Ameland
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population710
Elevation4 m / 13 ft
GPS (DD)53.4472, 5.7991

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Buren

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 710
🏆 State Rank: #154 of 193 most populous in Friesland
🏠 Share of Friesland Population: 0.108%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Buren 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 Friesland.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
NesFrieslandW2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
AmelandFrieslandW9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View
HollumFrieslandW11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
HolwerdFrieslandSE11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
BlijeFrieslandS11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
FerwerderadielFrieslandS12 km8 mi~12m🗺 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 Buren to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Leeuwarden
27 km (17 mi)
S of Buren • ~27m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Amsterdam
134 km (83 mi)
SW of Buren • ~2h 14m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Friesland

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Leeuwarden53.2027° N5.8097° E1 m0 km🗺 View Map
Drachten53.1125° N6.0989° E3 m22 km🗺 View Map
Heerenveen52.9593° N5.9185° E-28 km🗺 View Map
Sneek53.033° N5.6589° E6 m21 km🗺 View Map
Harlingen53.1748° N5.4224° E3 m26 km🗺 View Map
Joure52.9657° N5.803° E1 m26 km🗺 View Map
Wolvega52.8755° N5.9969° E5 m38 km🗺 View Map
Franeker53.1855° N5.5412° E4 m18 km🗺 View Map
Dokkum53.3222° N5.997° E2 m18 km🗺 View Map
Camminghaburen53.2097° N5.8432° E-2 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Groningen Airport Eelde
IATA: GRQ
63 km (39 mi) from Buren
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🌍 Buren Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Buren Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Buren

The satellite view of Buren 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 Buren in Friesland

Buren sits within Friesland, 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 Buren Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Buren 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 Friesland. › Browse every city in Friesland

💻 Using Buren Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Buren 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 Buren Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Buren Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Buren?

The GPS coordinates of Buren are latitude 53.4472° and longitude 5.7991°. In directional format: 53.4472° N, 5.7991° E. These coordinates mark the center of Buren in Friesland and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Buren located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Buren?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Buren sits at: Latitude 53° 26' 50" N and Longitude 5° 47' 57" 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 Buren?

Buren has a population of approximately 710 people. This is roughly 0.108% of Friesland's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Friesland.

🗺 How can I view Buren on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Buren is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 53.4472, 5.7991 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Buren in Friesland. For broader context, explore the Friesland state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Buren?

The nearest airport to Buren is Groningen Airport Eelde (GRQ), roughly 63 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Buren from Leeuwarden?

Buren is approximately 27 km (17 mi) from Leeuwarden, the capital of Friesland, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Friesland.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Buren?

Buren sits at an elevation of approximately 4 meters (13 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Friesland.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Buren?

The closest cities to Buren include Nes, Ameland, Hollum. 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 Buren today?

Today in Buren, sunrise is at 06:09 AM and sunset is at 09:14 PM, giving a day length of 15h 4m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Buren's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Buren from the Equator?

Buren is approximately 5,950 km (3,697 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 384 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 Buren?

The antipodal point of Buren — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,070 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 Buren from Amsterdam, the capital of Netherlands?

Buren is approximately 134 km (83 mi) SW of Amsterdam, the national capital of Netherlands, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.