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Chaves, Vila Real, Portugal – Portugal Flag

Current Date And Time In Chaves, Portugal

Thursday, 13 August 2026
00:16:00 WEST
State: Vila Real
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (WEST)
Population: 17,535
District: Chaves

🗺 Map of Chaves, Vila Real, Portugal – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


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

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 Portugal operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Chaves, Vila Real

📍 LATITUDE
41.74°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
7.469°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)41.7402° N7.4688° W
Signed Decimal Degrees41.7402-7.4688
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)41° 44' 25" N7° 28' 8" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)41° 44.4114' N7° 28.1274' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Chaves Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:34 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:34 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 59m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:34 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Chaves’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,647 km
(2,887 mi) • Chaves is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
620 km
(385 mi) • Chaves is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
41.74° S, 172.531° E
The point exactly opposite Chaves through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Chaves, you'd surface nearest to Murchison, New Zealand, about 18 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 Chaves

📍 Location Details

CityChaves
StateVila Real (Distrito de Vila Real)
CountryPortugal
ContinentEurope
DistrictChaves
Time Zone-01:00 to +00:00

📈 Area & Population

Population17,535
Elevation362 m / 1,188 ft
GPS (DD)41.7402, -7.4688

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Chaves

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Vila Real
Parent Country: Portugal

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 17,535
🏆 State Rank: #1 of 17 most populous in Vila Real
🏠 Share of Vila Real Population: 7.838%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Chaves 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 Vila Real.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Santa CruzVila RealN2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
VidagoVila RealSW14 km9 mi~14m🗺 View
BoticasVila RealW18 km11 mi~18m🗺 View
ValpaçosVila RealSE20 km12 mi~20m🗺 View
MontalegreVila RealW28 km18 mi~28m🗺 View
Vila Pouca de AguiarVila RealSW30 km19 mi~30m🗺 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 Chaves to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Vila Real
54 km (34 mi)
SW of Chaves • ~54m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Lisbon
364 km (226 mi)
SW of Chaves • ~6h 4m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Vila Real

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Vila Real41.3001° N-7.7432° W462 m0 km🗺 View Map
Alijó41.2764° N-7.4749° W610 m23 km🗺 View Map
Mondim de Basto41.4116° N-7.9544° W201 m22 km🗺 View Map
Sabrosa41.267° N-7.576° W584 m14 km🗺 View Map
Ribeira de Pena41.5215° N-7.8024° W432 m25 km🗺 View Map
Boticas41.6894° N-7.6691° W500 m44 km🗺 View Map
Vilela41.2251° N-7.6034° W712 m14 km🗺 View Map
Vidago41.6401° N-7.5718° W352 m40 km🗺 View Map
Peso da Régua41.1632° N-7.789° W105 m16 km🗺 View Map
Godim41.171° N-7.803° W117 m15 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Vila Real Airport
IATA: VRL
56 km (35 mi) from Chaves
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🌍 Chaves Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Chaves Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Chaves

The satellite view of Chaves 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 Portugal map

🌎 Regional Position of Chaves in Vila Real

Chaves sits within Vila Real, Portugal, 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 Chaves Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Chaves 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 Vila Real. › Browse every city in Vila Real

💻 Using Chaves Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Chaves 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 Portugal. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Chaves Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Chaves Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Chaves?

The GPS coordinates of Chaves are latitude 41.7402° and longitude -7.4688°. In directional format: 41.7402° N, 7.4688° W. These coordinates mark the center of Chaves in Vila Real and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Chaves located?

Chaves is a city in Vila Real, Portugal, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Chaves. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Chaves?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Chaves sits at: Latitude 41° 44' 25" N and Longitude 7° 28' 8" W. 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 Chaves?

Chaves has a population of approximately 17,535 people. This is roughly 7.838% of Vila Real's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Vila Real.

🗺 How can I view Chaves on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Chaves is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 41.7402, -7.4688 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Chaves in Vila Real. For broader context, explore the Vila Real state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Chaves?

The nearest airport to Chaves is Vila Real Airport (VRL), roughly 56 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Chaves from Vila Real?

Chaves is approximately 54 km (34 mi) from Vila Real, the capital of Vila Real, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Vila Real.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Chaves?

Chaves sits at an elevation of approximately 362 meters (1,188 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Vila Real.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Chaves?

The closest cities to Chaves include Santa Cruz, Vidago, Boticas. 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 Chaves today?

Today in Chaves, sunrise is at 06:34 AM and sunset is at 08:34 PM, giving a day length of 13h 59m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Chaves's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Chaves from the Equator?

Chaves is approximately 4,647 km (2,887 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 620 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 Chaves?

The antipodal point of Chaves — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Murchison, New Zealand, roughly 18 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 Chaves from Lisbon, the capital of Portugal?

Chaves is approximately 364 km (226 mi) SW of Lisbon, the national capital of Portugal, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.