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Lofthus, Vestland, Norway – Norway Flag

Current Date And Time In Lofthus, Norway

Thursday, 13 August 2026
14:38:18 CEST
State: Vestland
Currency: Norwegian Krone (NOK)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 565
District: Ullensvang

🗺 Map of Lofthus, Vestland, Norway – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Lofthus, a city in Vestland, Norway, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Lofthus — 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 Lofthus.

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 Norway operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Lofthus, Vestland

📍 LATITUDE
60.333°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
6.662°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)60.3326° N6.6617° E
Signed Decimal Degrees60.33266.6617
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)60° 19' 57" N6° 39' 42" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)60° 19.9578' N6° 39.7002' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Lofthus Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:39 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:37 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
15h 58m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:38 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Lofthus’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
6,716 km
(4,173 mi) • Lofthus is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
367 km
(228 mi) • Lofthus is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
60.333° S, 173.338° W
The point exactly opposite Lofthus through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Lofthus, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 1,834 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 Lofthus

📍 Location Details

CityLofthus
StateVestland (베스트란주)
CountryNorway
ContinentEurope
DistrictUllensvang
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population565
Area (km²)0.67 km²
Area (mi²)0.26 mi²
Pop. Density843.28 /km²
Elevation200 m / 656 ft
GPS (DD)60.3326, 6.6617

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Lofthus

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Vestland
Parent Country: Norway

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 565
🏆 State Rank: #71 of 80 most populous in Vestland
🏠 Share of Vestland Population: 0.088%
📏 Built-Up Area: 0.67 km²
👥 Population Density: 843 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Lofthus 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 Vestland.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
KinsarvikVestlandNE6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
Indre ÅlvikVestlandNW17 km10 mi~17m🗺 View
GranvinVestlandN22 km13 mi~22m🗺 View
JondalVestlandW23 km15 mi~23m🗺 View
TyssedalVestlandS25 km15 mi~25m🗺 View
ØysteseVestlandW27 km16 mi~27m🗺 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 Lofthus to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Bergen
74 km (46 mi)
W of Lofthus • ~1h 14m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Oslo
231 km (144 mi)
E of Lofthus • ~3h 51m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Vestland

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Bergen60.393° N5.3242° E20 m0 km🗺 View Map
Nesttun60.3182° N5.3532° E68 m8 km🗺 View Map
Ytrebygda60.305° N5.2824° E60 m10 km🗺 View Map
Leirvik59.7798° N5.5005° E8 m69 km🗺 View Map
Førde61.4522° N5.8572° E27 m121 km🗺 View Map
Florø61.5996° N5.0328° E10 m135 km🗺 View Map
Stryn61.9026° N6.7179° E20 m184 km🗺 View Map
Indre Arna60.4177° N5.4709° E234 m9 km🗺 View Map
Knarvik60.5453° N5.2821° E36 m17 km🗺 View Map
Voss60.6287° N6.4147° E60 m65 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Bergen Airport, Flesland
IATA: BGO
80 km (49 mi) from Lofthus
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🌍 Lofthus Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Lofthus Matter

The exact GPS location of Lofthus gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Vestland. 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 — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Vestland state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Lofthus

The satellite view of Lofthus 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 Norway map

🌎 Regional Position of Lofthus in Vestland

Lofthus sits within Vestland, Norway, 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 Lofthus Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Lofthus 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 Vestland. › Browse every city in Vestland

💻 Using Lofthus Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Lofthus 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 Norway. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Lofthus Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Lofthus Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Lofthus?

The GPS coordinates of Lofthus are latitude 60.3326° and longitude 6.6617°. In directional format: 60.3326° N, 6.6617° E. These coordinates mark the center of Lofthus in Vestland and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Lofthus located?

Lofthus is a city in Vestland, Norway, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Ullensvang. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Lofthus?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Lofthus sits at: Latitude 60° 19' 57" N and Longitude 6° 39' 42" 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 Lofthus?

Lofthus has a population of approximately 565 people. This is roughly 0.088% of Vestland's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Vestland.

🗺 How can I view Lofthus on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Lofthus is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 60.3326, 6.6617 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Lofthus in Vestland. For broader context, explore the Vestland state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Lofthus?

The nearest airport to Lofthus is Bergen Airport, Flesland (BGO), roughly 80 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Lofthus from Bergen?

Lofthus is approximately 74 km (46 mi) from Bergen, the capital of Vestland, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Vestland.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Lofthus?

Lofthus sits at an elevation of approximately 200 meters (656 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Vestland.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Lofthus?

The closest cities to Lofthus include Kinsarvik, Indre Ålvik, Granvin. 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 Lofthus today?

Today in Lofthus, sunrise is at 05:39 AM and sunset is at 09:37 PM, giving a day length of 15h 58m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Lofthus's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Lofthus from the Equator?

Lofthus is approximately 6,716 km (4,173 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 367 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 Lofthus?

The antipodal point of Lofthus — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,834 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 Lofthus from Oslo, the capital of Norway?

Lofthus is approximately 231 km (144 mi) E of Oslo, the national capital of Norway, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.