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Alcaraz, Castille-La Mancha, Spain – Spain Flag

Current Date And Time In Alcaraz, Spain

Thursday, 13 August 2026
19:54:24 CEST
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 1,761
District: Provincia de Albacete

🗺 Map of Alcaraz, Castille-La Mancha, Spain – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Alcaraz, a city in Castille-La Mancha, 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 Alcaraz — 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 Alcaraz.

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 Alcaraz, Castille-La Mancha

📍 LATITUDE
38.667°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
2.491°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)38.6668° N2.4911° W
Signed Decimal Degrees38.6668-2.4911
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)38° 40' 0" N2° 29' 28" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)38° 40.008' N2° 29.463' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Alcaraz Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:20 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:08 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 47m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
02:14 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Alcaraz’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,304 km
(2,675 mi) • Alcaraz is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
217 km
(135 mi) • Alcaraz is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
38.667° S, 177.509° E
The point exactly opposite Alcaraz through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Alcaraz, you'd surface nearest to Tiniroto, New Zealand, about 12 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 Alcaraz

📍 Location Details

CityAlcaraz
StateCastille-La Mancha
CountrySpain
ContinentEurope
DistrictProvincia de Albacete
Time Zone+00:00 to +01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population1,761
Elevation952 m / 3,124 ft
GPS (DD)38.6668, -2.4911

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Alcaraz

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Castille-La Mancha
Parent Country: Spain

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 1,761
🏆 State Rank: #188 of 815 most populous in Castille-La Mancha

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Alcaraz 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 Castille-La Mancha.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
SalobreCastille-La ManchaSW10 km6 mi~10m🗺 View
PovedillaCastille-La ManchaW10 km6 mi~10m🗺 View
RobledoCastille-La ManchaN11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
ViverosCastille-La ManchaNW14 km9 mi~14m🗺 View
Paterna del MaderaCastille-La ManchaSE15 km9 mi~15m🗺 View
VillapalaciosCastille-La ManchaSW16 km10 mi~16m🗺 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 Alcaraz to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Toledo
187 km (116 mi)
NW of Alcaraz • ~3h 7m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Madrid
221 km (137 mi)
NW of Alcaraz • ~3h 41m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Castille-La Mancha

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Castille-La Mancha, the home state of Alcaraz, along with each city's aerial distance from Toledo, Castille-La Mancha's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Albacete38.9942° N-1.8564° W695 m209 km🗺 View Map
Guadalajara40.6286° N-3.1619° W722 m113 km🗺 View Map
Talavera de la Reina39.9635° N-4.8308° W380 m70 km🗺 View Map
Toledo39.8581° N-4.0226° W533 m0 km🗺 View Map
Ciudad Real38.9863° N-3.9291° W633 m97 km🗺 View Map
Cuenca40.0667° N-2.1333° W941 m163 km🗺 View Map
Puertollano38.6871° N-4.1073° W701 m130 km🗺 View Map
Tomelloso39.1576° N-3.0216° W669 m116 km🗺 View Map
Azuqueca de Henares40.5657° N-3.2675° W633 m101 km🗺 View Map
Valdepeñas38.7621° N-3.3848° W714 m134 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Region of Murcia International Airport
IATA: RMU
153 km (95 mi) from Alcaraz
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🌍 Alcaraz Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Alcaraz Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Alcaraz

The satellite view of Alcaraz 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 Spain map

🌎 Regional Position of Alcaraz in Castille-La Mancha

Alcaraz sits within Castille-La Mancha, Spain, 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 Alcaraz Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Alcaraz 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 Castille-La Mancha. › Browse every city in Castille-La Mancha

💻 Using Alcaraz Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Alcaraz 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 Spain. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Alcaraz Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Alcaraz Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Alcaraz?

The GPS coordinates of Alcaraz are latitude 38.6668° and longitude -2.4911°. In directional format: 38.6668° N, 2.4911° W. These coordinates mark the center of Alcaraz in Castille-La Mancha and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Alcaraz located?

Alcaraz is a city in Castille-La Mancha, Spain, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Provincia de Albacete. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Alcaraz?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Alcaraz sits at: Latitude 38° 40' 0" N and Longitude 2° 29' 28" 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 Alcaraz?

Alcaraz has a population of approximately 1,761 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Castille-La Mancha.

🗺 How can I view Alcaraz on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Alcaraz is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 38.6668, -2.4911 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Alcaraz in Castille-La Mancha. For broader context, explore the Castille-La Mancha state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Alcaraz?

The nearest airport to Alcaraz is Region of Murcia International Airport (RMU), roughly 153 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Alcaraz from Toledo?

Alcaraz is approximately 187 km (116 mi) from Toledo, the capital of Castille-La Mancha, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Castille-La Mancha.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Alcaraz?

Alcaraz sits at an elevation of approximately 952 meters (3,124 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Castille-La Mancha.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Alcaraz?

The closest cities to Alcaraz include Salobre, Povedilla, Robledo. 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 Alcaraz today?

Today in Alcaraz, sunrise is at 07:20 AM and sunset is at 09:08 PM, giving a day length of 13h 47m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Alcaraz's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Alcaraz from the Equator?

Alcaraz is approximately 4,304 km (2,675 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 217 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 Alcaraz?

The antipodal point of Alcaraz — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Tiniroto, New Zealand, roughly 12 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 Alcaraz from Madrid, the capital of Spain?

Alcaraz is approximately 221 km (137 mi) NW of Madrid, the national capital of Spain, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.