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Rottum, Friesland, Netherlands – Netherlands Flag

Current Date And Time In Rottum, Netherlands

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
20:02:45 CEST
State: Friesland
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 660
District: De Fryske Marren

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


Explore the interactive satellite map of Rottum, 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 Rottum 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 Rottum.

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 Rottum, Friesland

📍 LATITUDE
52.937°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
5.894°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)52.9366° N5.8945° E
Signed Decimal Degrees52.93665.8945
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)52° 56' 12" N5° 53' 40" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)52° 56.1954' N5° 53.6682' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Rottum Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:11 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:11 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
15h 0m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:41 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Rottum’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,893 km
(3,662 mi) • Rottum is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
395 km
(246 mi) • Rottum is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
52.937° S, 174.106° W
The point exactly opposite Rottum through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Rottum, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 1,015 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 Rottum

📍 Location Details

CityRottum
StateFriesland (FryslΓ’n)
CountryNetherlands
ContinentEurope
DistrictDe Fryske Marren
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population660
GPS (DD)52.9366, 5.8945

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Rottum

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 660
🏆 State Rank: #160 of 193 most populous in Friesland
🏠 Share of Friesland Population: 0.100%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Rottum 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
De GreidenFrieslandNE2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
SintjohannesgaFrieslandW3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
OudehaskeFrieslandNW3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
HeerenveenFrieslandNE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
RotsterhauleFrieslandSW3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
OranjewoudFrieslandE4 km2 mi~4m🗺 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 Rottum to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Leeuwarden
30 km (19 mi)
N of Rottum • ~30m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Amsterdam
92 km (57 mi)
SW of Rottum • ~1h 32m 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 Rottum, 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
50 km (31 mi) from Rottum
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🌍 Rottum Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Rottum Matter

The exact GPS location of Rottum 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 Rottum 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 Rottum are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Rottum

The satellite view of Rottum 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 Rottum in Friesland

Rottum 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 Rottum Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Rottum 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 Rottum Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Rottum 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 Rottum Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Rottum 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 Rottum. 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 Rottum Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Rottum?

The GPS coordinates of Rottum are latitude 52.9366° and longitude 5.8945°. In directional format: 52.9366° N, 5.8945° E. These coordinates mark the center of Rottum in Friesland and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Rottum located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Rottum?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Rottum sits at: Latitude 52° 56' 12" N and Longitude 5° 53' 40" 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 Rottum?

Rottum has a population of approximately 660 people. This is roughly 0.100% 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 Rottum on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Rottum is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 52.9366, 5.8945 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Rottum in Friesland. For broader context, explore the Friesland state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Rottum?

The nearest airport to Rottum is Groningen Airport Eelde (GRQ), roughly 50 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Rottum from Leeuwarden?

Rottum is approximately 30 km (19 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.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Rottum?

The closest cities to Rottum include De Greiden, Sintjohannesga, Oudehaske. 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 Rottum today?

Today in Rottum, sunrise is at 06:11 AM and sunset is at 09:11 PM, giving a day length of 15h 0m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Rottum's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Rottum from the Equator?

Rottum is approximately 5,893 km (3,662 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 395 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 Rottum?

The antipodal point of Rottum — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,015 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 Rottum from Amsterdam, the capital of Netherlands?

Rottum is approximately 92 km (57 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.