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Current Date And Time In Cantabria, Spain

Friday, 31 July 2026
14:27:20 CEST
Capital: Santander
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Area: 5,321.00 km²
State Code: CB

🗺 Map of Cantabria, Spain – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Cantabria, a state or administrative region of Spain, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Cantabria — 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 Cantabria in Spain.

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 Spain operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Cantabria, Spain

📍 LATITUDE
43.183°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
3.988°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)43.1828° N3.9878° W
Signed Decimal Degrees43.1828-3.9878
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)43° 10' 58" N3° 59' 16" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)43° 10.9704' N3° 59.2706' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Cantabria Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:03 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:40 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 36m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
02:22 PM
Calculated for today (31 Jul 2026) from Cantabria’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,807 km
(2,987 mi) • Cantabria is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DISTANCE FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
324 km
(201 mi) • Cantabria is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
43.183° S, 176.012° E
The point exactly opposite Cantabria through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Cantabria, you'd surface nearest to Waipawa, New Zealand, about 201 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 Cantabria

📍 Location Details

State / RegionCantabria
CountrySpain
ContinentEurope
CapitalSantander
State CodeCB
Time Zone+00:00 to +01:00

📈 Area & Population

Area (km²)5,321.00 km²
Area (mi²)2,054.45 mi²
Elevation681 m / 2,235 ft
Area Rank#15 in Spain
GPS (DD)43.1828, -3.9878

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring States

🗺 Neighboring States of Cantabria

Nearby States Found: 6 states
Parent Country: Spain
Continent: Europe

📐 Geographic Size Analysis

Total Area: 5,321.00 km² (2,054.45 mi²)
🎮 Share of Spain: 1.05% of total country area
🌎 World Land Share: 0.0036% of Earth's land surface
👥 Population Density: 0.00 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby States

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Cantabria 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 Spain.

StateCountryDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Basque CountrySpainE113 km70 mi~1h 25m🗺 View
Castille and LeónSpainS154 km95 mi~1h 55m🗺 View
La RiojaSpainSE155 km96 mi~1h 56m🗺 View
AsturiasSpainW162 km101 mi~2h 1m🗺 View
NavarreSpainE196 km122 mi~2h 27m🗺 View
AragonSpainSE308 km192 mi~3h 51m🗺 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.

🚗 Distance from Cantabria to the National Capital

Santander → Madrid, Spain
339 km (211 mi)
S of Cantabria's capital • ~4h 14m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Cantabria

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Cantabria, along with each city's aerial distance from Santander, Cantabria's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Santander43.4659° N-3.8049° W1 m0 km🗺 View Map
Torrelavega43.3494° N-4.0479° W31 m24 km🗺 View Map
Castro-Urdiales43.3829° N-3.2204° W18 m48 km🗺 View Map
Camargo43.4074° N-3.885° W32 m9 km🗺 View Map
El Astillero43.4009° N-3.8205° W33 m7 km🗺 View Map
Santoña43.4439° N-3.4576° W10 m28 km🗺 View Map
Los Corrales de Buelna43.2636° N-4.0726° W92 m31 km🗺 View Map
Santa Cruz de Bezana43.4437° N-3.9032° W44 m8 km🗺 View Map
Laredo43.4098° N-3.4161° W6 m32 km🗺 View Map
Reinosa42.9996° N-4.138° W852 m58 km🗺 View Map
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🌍 Cantabria Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Cantabria Matter

The precise GPS location of Cantabria is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Spain. 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

📈 Coordinate Formats for Cantabria Mapping

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 Cantabria on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Spain.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Cantabria

The satellite view of Cantabria 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 Spain national map

🌎 Regional Position of Cantabria in Spain

Cantabria occupies a distinct geographic zone within Spain 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

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Cantabria Coordinates

Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Cantabria 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 Spain. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference

💻 Using Cantabria Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Cantabria 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 Spain. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Cantabria Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Cantabria directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Bordering RegionsUse the nearby states tool to find all regions bordering Cantabria. Ideal for regional analysis, cross-border logistics and multi-territory market research in Spain.
🏝 Cities & Territory Drill-DownAccess the full list of cities in Cantabria with their own GPS data for precise intra-regional mapping, branch planning and urban coverage analysis.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Cantabria Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Cantabria?

The GPS coordinates of Cantabria are latitude 43.1828° and longitude -3.9878°. In directional format: 43.1828° N, 3.9878° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Cantabria in Spain and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.

🌎 Where is Cantabria located?

Cantabria is a state or administrative region of Spain, located in Europe. Its capital city is Santander. View the exact position of Cantabria on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Cantabria?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Cantabria is at: Latitude 43° 10' 58" N and Longitude 3° 59' 16" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.

📐 What is the total area of Cantabria?

Cantabria covers a total area of approximately 5,321.00 km² (2,054.45 mi²). This is roughly 1.05% of Spain's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.

🗺 How can I view Cantabria on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Cantabria is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 43.1828, -3.9878 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Cantabria in Spain. For broader context, explore the Spain national map or nearby states.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Cantabria today?

Today in Cantabria, sunrise is at 07:03 AM and sunset is at 09:40 PM, giving a day length of 14h 36m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Cantabria's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Cantabria from the Equator?

Cantabria is approximately 4,807 km (2,987 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 324 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 Cantabria?

The antipodal point of Cantabria — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waipawa, New Zealand, roughly 201 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.

🚗 How far is Cantabria from Madrid, the capital of Spain?

Santander, the capital of Cantabria, is approximately 339 km (211 mi) S of Madrid, the national capital of Spain, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.