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Friol, Galicia, Spain – Spain Flag

Current Date And Time In Friol, Spain

Thursday, 13 August 2026
01:29:30 CEST
State: Galicia
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 4,522
District: Provincia de Lugo

🗺 Map of Friol, Galicia, Spain – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Friol, a city in Galicia, 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 Friol — 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 Friol.

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 Friol, Galicia

📍 LATITUDE
43.032°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
7.795°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)43.0321° N7.7951° W
Signed Decimal Degrees43.0321-7.7951
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)43° 1' 56" N7° 47' 43" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)43° 1.9278' N7° 47.7084' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Friol Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:33 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:38 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 5m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
02:36 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Friol’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,790 km
(2,977 mi) • Friol is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
634 km
(394 mi) • Friol is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
43.032° S, 172.205° E
The point exactly opposite Friol through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Friol, you'd surface nearest to Oxford, New Zealand, about 30 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 Friol

📍 Location Details

CityFriol
StateGalicia
CountrySpain
ContinentEurope
DistrictProvincia de Lugo
Time Zone+00:00 to +01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population4,522
Elevation478 m / 1,568 ft
GPS (DD)43.0321, -7.7951

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Friol

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Galicia
Parent Country: Spain

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 4,522
🏆 State Rank: #110 of 222 most populous in Galicia

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Friol 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 Galicia.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
BegonteGaliciaNE16 km10 mi~16m🗺 View
Outeiro de ReiGaliciaNE17 km10 mi~17m🗺 View
RábadeGaliciaNE17 km11 mi~17m🗺 View
GuntínGaliciaSE18 km11 mi~18m🗺 View
GuitirizGaliciaNW19 km12 mi~19m🗺 View
SobradoGaliciaW19 km12 mi~19m🗺 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 Friol to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Santiago de Compostela
63 km (39 mi)
W of Friol • ~1h 3m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Madrid
447 km (278 mi)
SE of Friol • ~7h 27m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Galicia

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Vigo42.2328° N-8.7226° W86 m73 km🗺 View Map
A Coruña43.3714° N-8.396° W22 m56 km🗺 View Map
Ourense42.3367° N-7.8641° W146 m82 km🗺 View Map
Santiago de Compostela42.8805° N-8.5457° W257 m0 km🗺 View Map
Lugo43.0099° N-7.556° W465 m82 km🗺 View Map
Pontevedra42.431° N-8.6444° W29 m51 km🗺 View Map
Ferrol43.4845° N-8.2329° W24 m72 km🗺 View Map
Narón43.5018° N-8.1908° W23 m75 km🗺 View Map
Vilagarcía de Arousa42.5963° N-8.7643° W10 m36 km🗺 View Map
Oleiros43.3333° N-8.3167° W127 m54 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport
IATA: SCQ
53 km (33 mi) from Friol
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🌍 Friol Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Friol Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Friol

The satellite view of Friol 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 Friol in Galicia

Friol sits within Galicia, 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 Friol Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Friol 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 Galicia. › Browse every city in Galicia

💻 Using Friol Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Friol 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 Friol Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Friol Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Friol?

The GPS coordinates of Friol are latitude 43.0321° and longitude -7.7951°. In directional format: 43.0321° N, 7.7951° W. These coordinates mark the center of Friol in Galicia and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Friol located?

Friol is a city in Galicia, Spain, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Provincia de Lugo. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Friol?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Friol sits at: Latitude 43° 1' 56" N and Longitude 7° 47' 43" 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 Friol?

Friol has a population of approximately 4,522 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Galicia.

🗺 How can I view Friol on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Friol is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 43.0321, -7.7951 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Friol in Galicia. For broader context, explore the Galicia state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Friol?

The nearest airport to Friol is Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport (SCQ), roughly 53 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Friol from Santiago de Compostela?

Friol is approximately 63 km (39 mi) from Santiago de Compostela, the capital of Galicia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Galicia.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Friol?

Friol sits at an elevation of approximately 478 meters (1,568 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Galicia.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Friol?

The closest cities to Friol include Begonte, Outeiro de Rei, Rábade. 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 Friol today?

Today in Friol, sunrise is at 07:33 AM and sunset is at 09:38 PM, giving a day length of 14h 5m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Friol's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Friol from the Equator?

Friol is approximately 4,790 km (2,977 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 634 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 Friol?

The antipodal point of Friol — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Oxford, New Zealand, roughly 30 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 Friol from Madrid, the capital of Spain?

Friol is approximately 447 km (278 mi) SE of Madrid, the national capital of Spain, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.