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Sortavala, Karelia, Russia – Russia Flag

Current Date And Time In Sortavala, Russia

Thursday, 13 August 2026
08:52:31 MSK
State: Karelia
Currency: Russian Ruble (RUB)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (MSK)
Population: 20,760

🗺 Map of Sortavala, Karelia, Russia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


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

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 Russia operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Sortavala, Karelia

📍 LATITUDE
61.712°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
30.71°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)61.7123° N30.7095° E
Signed Decimal Degrees61.712330.7095
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)61° 42' 44" N30° 42' 34" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)61° 42.7398' N30° 42.5718' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Sortavala Today

🔥 SUNRISE
04:55 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:08 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
16h 13m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:02 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Sortavala’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
6,870 km
(4,269 mi) • Sortavala is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,620 km
(1,007 mi) • Sortavala is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
61.712° S, 149.29° W
The point exactly opposite Sortavala through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Sortavala, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 2,655 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 Sortavala

📍 Location Details

CitySortavala
StateKarelia (Карелия)
CountryRussia
ContinentEurope
Time Zone+02:00 to +12:00

📈 Area & Population

Population20,760
Area (km²)15.00 km²
Area (mi²)5.79 mi²
Pop. Density1,384.00 /km²
Elevation3 m / 10 ft
GPS (DD)61.7123, 30.7095

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Sortavala

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Karelia
Parent Country: Russia

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 20,760
🏆 State Rank: #5 of 50 most populous in Karelia
📏 Built-Up Area: 15.00 km²
👥 Population Density: 1,384 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Sortavala 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 Karelia.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
KhelyulyaKareliaN3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
KharluKareliaNE16 km10 mi~16m🗺 View
LyaskelyaKareliaE17 km10 mi~17m🗺 View
Yanis’yarviKareliaNE24 km15 mi~24m🗺 View
RuskealaKareliaN25 km16 mi~25m🗺 View
Lakhdenpokh’yaKareliaSW35 km21 mi~35m🗺 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 Sortavala to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Petrozavodsk
192 km (119 mi)
E of Sortavala • ~3h 12m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Moscow
773 km (480 mi)
SE of Sortavala • ~12h 53m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Karelia

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Petrozavodsk61.7849° N34.3469° E73 m0 km🗺 View Map
Kondopoga62.2041° N34.2693° E59 m47 km🗺 View Map
Segezha63.7455° N34.3161° E89 m218 km🗺 View Map
Kostomuksha64.571° N30.5767° E212 m363 km🗺 View Map
Medvezh’yegorsk62.9145° N34.4586° E29 m126 km🗺 View Map
Kem’64.957° N34.5918° E13 m353 km🗺 View Map
Pitkyaranta61.5739° N31.4789° E34 m153 km🗺 View Map
Belomorsk64.53° N34.7629° E1 m306 km🗺 View Map
Suoyarvi62.0881° N32.3733° E161 m109 km🗺 View Map
Nadvoitsy63.889° N34.258° E96 m234 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Savonlinna Airport
IATA: SVL
96 km (60 mi) from Sortavala
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🌍 Sortavala Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Sortavala Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Sortavala

The satellite view of Sortavala 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 Russia map

🌎 Regional Position of Sortavala in Karelia

Sortavala sits within Karelia, Russia, 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 Sortavala Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Sortavala 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 Karelia. › Browse every city in Karelia

💻 Using Sortavala Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Sortavala 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 Russia. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Sortavala Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Sortavala Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Sortavala?

The GPS coordinates of Sortavala are latitude 61.7123° and longitude 30.7095°. In directional format: 61.7123° N, 30.7095° E. These coordinates mark the center of Sortavala in Karelia and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Sortavala located?

Sortavala is a city in Karelia, Russia, on the continent of Europe. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Sortavala?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Sortavala sits at: Latitude 61° 42' 44" N and Longitude 30° 42' 34" 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 Sortavala?

Sortavala has a population of approximately 20,760 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Karelia.

🗺 How can I view Sortavala on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Sortavala is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 61.7123, 30.7095 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Sortavala in Karelia. For broader context, explore the Karelia state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Sortavala?

The nearest airport to Sortavala is Savonlinna Airport (SVL), roughly 96 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Sortavala from Petrozavodsk?

Sortavala is approximately 192 km (119 mi) from Petrozavodsk, the capital of Karelia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Karelia.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Sortavala?

Sortavala sits at an elevation of approximately 3 meters (10 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Karelia.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Sortavala?

The closest cities to Sortavala include Khelyulya, Kharlu, Lyaskelya. 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 Sortavala today?

Today in Sortavala, sunrise is at 04:55 AM and sunset is at 09:08 PM, giving a day length of 16h 13m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Sortavala's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Sortavala from the Equator?

Sortavala is approximately 6,870 km (4,269 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,620 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 Sortavala?

The antipodal point of Sortavala — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 2,655 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 Sortavala from Moscow, the capital of Russia?

Sortavala is approximately 773 km (480 mi) SE of Moscow, the national capital of Russia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.