Current Date And Time In Groningen, Netherlands
Friday, 31 July 2026
20:14:56 CEST
Capital: Groningen
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 596,075
Area: 2,960.00 km²
State Code: GR
Explore the interactive satellite map of Groningen, 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 Groningen — 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 Groningen 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) | 53.2194° N | 6.5665° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 53.2194 | 6.5665 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 53° 13' 10" N | 6° 33' 59" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 53° 13.163' N | 6° 33.9901' E |
| State / Region | Groningen (Grinslân) |
| Country | Netherlands |
| Continent | Europe |
| Capital | Groningen |
| State Code | GR |
| Time Zone | +01:00 |
| Districts | 10 |
| Population | 596,075 |
| Area (km²) | 2,960.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 1,142.86 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 64.14 /km² |
| Elevation | 9 m / 31 ft |
| Area Rank | #7 in Netherlands |
| Population Rank | #9 of 12 in Netherlands |
| GPS (DD) | 53.2194, 6.5665 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Groningen 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drenthe | Netherlands | S | 30 km | 19 mi | ~23m | 🗺 View |
| Friesland | Netherlands | W | 63 km | 39 mi | ~47m | 🗺 View |
| Overijssel | Netherlands | S | 87 km | 54 mi | ~1h 5m | 🗺 View |
| Flevoland | Netherlands | SW | 111 km | 69 mi | ~1h 23m | 🗺 View |
| North Holland | Netherlands | SW | 131 km | 81 mi | ~1h 38m | 🗺 View |
| Gelderland | Netherlands | S | 139 km | 86 mi | ~1h 44m | 🗺 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 Groningen, along with each city's aerial distance from Groningen, Groningen'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groningen | 53.2192° N | 6.5667° E | 16 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Delfzijl | 53.33° N | 6.9181° E | - | 26 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Veendam | 53.1067° N | 6.8792° E | 2 m | 24 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Hoogezand | 53.1617° N | 6.7611° E | 2 m | 14 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Stadskanaal | 52.9895° N | 6.9504° E | 5 m | 36 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Leek | 53.1625° N | 6.3764° E | 2 m | 14 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Winschoten | 53.1442° N | 7.0347° E | 3 m | 32 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Korrewegwijk | 53.2324° N | 6.568° E | - | 1 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Appingedam | 53.3217° N | 6.8583° E | 2 m | 22 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Hoogkerk | 53.2108° N | 6.5014° E | - | 4 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Groningen 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 Groningen on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Netherlands.
The satellite view of Groningen 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
Groningen 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 Groningen 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 Groningen 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 Groningen are latitude 53.2194° and longitude 6.5665°. In directional format: 53.2194° N, 6.5665° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Groningen in Netherlands and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Groningen is a state or administrative region of Netherlands, located in Europe. Its capital city is Groningen. View the exact position of Groningen on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Groningen is at: Latitude 53° 13' 10" N and Longitude 6° 33' 59" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Groningen covers a total area of approximately 2,960.00 km² (1,142.86 mi²). This is roughly 7.13% of Netherlands's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Groningen is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 53.2194, 6.5665 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Groningen in Netherlands. For broader context, explore the Netherlands national map or nearby states.
Today in Groningen, sunrise is at 05:47 AM and sunset is at 09:33 PM, giving a day length of 15h 45m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Groningen's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Groningen is approximately 5,924 km (3,681 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 438 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Groningen — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,055 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.
