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Current Date And Time In Gâlgău Almaşului, Romania

Saturday, 15 August 2026
01:55:00 EEST
Currency: Romanian Leu (RON)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EEST)
Population: 2,718
District: Comuna Bălan

🗺 Map of Gâlgău Almaşului, Sălaj County, Romania – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


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

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 Romania operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Gâlgău Almaşului, Sălaj County

📍 LATITUDE
47.197°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
23.325°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)47.1973° N23.3252° E
Signed Decimal Degrees47.197323.3252
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)47° 11' 50" N23° 19' 31" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)47° 11.8404' N23° 19.5096' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Gâlgău Almaşului Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:21 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:40 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 18m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:31 PM
Calculated for today (15 Aug 2026) from Gâlgău Almaşului’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,254 km
(3,265 mi) • Gâlgău Almaşului is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,764 km
(1,096 mi) • Gâlgău Almaşului is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
47.197° S, 156.675° W
The point exactly opposite Gâlgău Almaşului through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Gâlgău Almaşului, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 1,584 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 Gâlgău Almaşului

📍 Location Details

CityGâlgău Almaşului
StateSălaj County
CountryRomania
ContinentEurope
DistrictComuna Bălan
Time Zone+02:00
Founded1560-01-01

📈 Area & Population

Population2,718
Elevation278 m / 912 ft
GPS (DD)47.1973, 23.3252

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Gâlgău Almaşului

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Sălaj County
Parent Country: Romania

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 2,718
🏆 State Rank: #27 of 125 most populous in Sălaj County

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Gâlgău Almaşului 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 Sălaj County.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
ChechișSălaj CountySW3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
TihăuSălaj CountyN3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
VarSălaj CountyNW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
BălanSălaj CountyS5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
CreacaSălaj CountyW6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
SurducSălaj CountyN6 km4 mi~6m🗺 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 Gâlgău Almaşului to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Zalău
21 km (13 mi)
W of Gâlgău Almaşului • ~21m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Bucharest
376 km (233 mi)
SE of Gâlgău Almaşului • ~6h 16m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Sălaj County

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Zalău47.2° N23.05° E261 m0 km🗺 View Map
Şimleu Silvaniei47.2333° N22.8° E238 m19 km🗺 View Map
Jibou47.259° N23.2565° E191 m17 km🗺 View Map
Şărmăşag47.35° N22.8333° E234 m23 km🗺 View Map
Crasna47.1667° N22.9° E302 m12 km🗺 View Map
Nuşfalău47.2° N22.7333° E291 m24 km🗺 View Map
Bălan47.156° N23.3121° E221 m20 km🗺 View Map
Bobota47.3833° N22.7667° E184 m30 km🗺 View Map
Surduc47.25° N23.35° E223 m23 km🗺 View Map
Ip47.2333° N22.65° E260 m30 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Maramureș International Airport
IATA: BAY
52 km (33 mi) from Gâlgău Almaşului
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🌍 Gâlgău Almaşului Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Gâlgău Almaşului Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Gâlgău Almaşului

The satellite view of Gâlgău Almaşului 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 Romania map

🌎 Regional Position of Gâlgău Almaşului in Sălaj County

Gâlgău Almaşului sits within Sălaj County, Romania, 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 Gâlgău Almaşului Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Gâlgău Almaşului 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 Sălaj County. › Browse every city in Sălaj County

💻 Using Gâlgău Almaşului Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Gâlgău Almaşului 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 Romania. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Gâlgău Almaşului Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Gâlgău Almaşului Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Gâlgău Almaşului?

The GPS coordinates of Gâlgău Almaşului are latitude 47.1973° and longitude 23.3252°. In directional format: 47.1973° N, 23.3252° E. These coordinates mark the center of Gâlgău Almaşului in Sălaj County and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Gâlgău Almaşului located?

Gâlgău Almaşului is a city in Sălaj County, Romania, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Comuna Bălan. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Gâlgău Almaşului?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Gâlgău Almaşului sits at: Latitude 47° 11' 50" N and Longitude 23° 19' 31" 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 Gâlgău Almaşului?

Gâlgău Almaşului has a population of approximately 2,718 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Sălaj County.

🗺 How can I view Gâlgău Almaşului on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Gâlgău Almaşului is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 47.1973, 23.3252 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Gâlgău Almaşului in Sălaj County. For broader context, explore the Sălaj County state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Gâlgău Almaşului?

The nearest airport to Gâlgău Almaşului is Maramureș International Airport (BAY), roughly 52 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Gâlgău Almaşului from Zalău?

Gâlgău Almaşului is approximately 21 km (13 mi) from Zalău, the capital of Sălaj County, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Sălaj County.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Gâlgău Almaşului?

Gâlgău Almaşului sits at an elevation of approximately 278 meters (912 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Sălaj County.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Gâlgău Almaşului?

The closest cities to Gâlgău Almaşului include Chechiș, Tihău, Var. 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 Gâlgău Almaşului today?

Today in Gâlgău Almaşului, sunrise is at 06:21 AM and sunset is at 08:40 PM, giving a day length of 14h 18m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Gâlgău Almaşului's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Gâlgău Almaşului from the Equator?

Gâlgău Almaşului is approximately 5,254 km (3,265 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,764 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 Gâlgău Almaşului?

The antipodal point of Gâlgău Almaşului — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,584 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 Gâlgău Almaşului from Bucharest, the capital of Romania?

Gâlgău Almaşului is approximately 376 km (233 mi) SE of Bucharest, the national capital of Romania, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.