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Älvängen, Västra Götaland, Sweden – Sweden Flag

Current Date And Time In Älvängen, Sweden

Saturday, 25 July 2026
23:06:38 CEST
Currency: Swedish Krona (SEK)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 4,759
District: Ale Kommun

🗺 Map of Älvängen, Västra Götaland, Sweden – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


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

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 Sweden operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Älvängen, Västra Götaland

📍 LATITUDE
57.959°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
12.124°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)57.9587° N12.1235° E
Signed Decimal Degrees57.958712.1235
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)57° 57' 31" N12° 7' 25" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)57° 57.5232' N12° 7.41' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Älvängen Today

🔥 SUNRISE
04:50 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:45 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
16h 54m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:18 PM
Calculated for today (25 Jul 2026) from Älvängen’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
6,452 km
(4,009 mi) • Älvängen is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
716 km
(445 mi) • Älvängen is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
57.959° S, 167.877° W
The point exactly opposite Älvängen through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Älvängen, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 1,669 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 Älvängen

📍 Location Details

CityÄlvängen
StateVästra Götaland
CountrySweden
ContinentEurope
DistrictAle Kommun
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population4,759
Area (km²)4.88 km²
Area (mi²)1.88 mi²
Pop. Density975.20 /km²
Elevation8 m / 26 ft
GPS (DD)57.9587, 12.1235

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Älvängen

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Västra Götaland
Parent Country: Sweden

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 4,759
🏆 State Rank: #46 of 213 most populous in Västra Götaland
📏 Built-Up Area: 4.88 km²
👥 Population Density: 975 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Älvängen 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 Västra Götaland.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
TolleredVästra GötalandSW2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
AlaforsVästra GötalandSW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
SkepplandaVästra GötalandNE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
SålandaVästra GötalandNE6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
DiserödVästra GötalandSW7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
LödöseVästra GötalandN8 km5 mi~8m🗺 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 Älvängen to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Gothenburg
29 km (18 mi)
S of Älvängen • ~29m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Stockholm
376 km (234 mi)
NE of Älvängen • ~6h 16m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Västra Götaland

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Gothenburg57.7072° N11.9668° E10 m0 km🗺 View Map
Borås57.721° N12.9401° E143 m58 km🗺 View Map
Mölndal57.6554° N12.0138° E9 m6 km🗺 View Map
Trollhättan58.2837° N12.2886° E49 m67 km🗺 View Map
Skövde58.3912° N13.8451° E152 m134 km🗺 View Map
Uddevalla58.3478° N11.9424° E13 m71 km🗺 View Map
Majorna57.692° N11.9161° E10 m3 km🗺 View Map
Partille57.7395° N12.1064° E11 m9 km🗺 View Map
Lerum57.7705° N12.269° E20 m19 km🗺 View Map
Alingsås57.9303° N12.5335° E66 m42 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Göteborg Landvetter Airport
IATA: GOT
34 km (21 mi) from Älvängen
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🌍 Älvängen Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Älvängen Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Älvängen

The satellite view of Älvängen 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 Sweden map

🌎 Regional Position of Älvängen in Västra Götaland

Älvängen sits within Västra Götaland, Sweden, 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 Älvängen Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Älvängen 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 Västra Götaland. › Browse every city in Västra Götaland

💻 Using Älvängen Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Älvängen 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 Sweden. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Älvängen Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Älvängen Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Älvängen?

The GPS coordinates of Älvängen are latitude 57.9587° and longitude 12.1235°. In directional format: 57.9587° N, 12.1235° E. These coordinates mark the center of Älvängen in Västra Götaland and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Älvängen located?

Älvängen is a city in Västra Götaland, Sweden, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Ale Kommun. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Älvängen?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Älvängen sits at: Latitude 57° 57' 31" N and Longitude 12° 7' 25" 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 Älvängen?

Älvängen has a population of approximately 4,759 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Västra Götaland.

🗺 How can I view Älvängen on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Älvängen is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 57.9587, 12.1235 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Älvängen in Västra Götaland. For broader context, explore the Västra Götaland state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Älvängen?

The nearest airport to Älvängen is Göteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT), roughly 34 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Älvängen from Gothenburg?

Älvängen is approximately 29 km (18 mi) from Gothenburg, the capital of Västra Götaland, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Västra Götaland.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Älvängen?

Älvängen sits at an elevation of approximately 8 meters (26 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Västra Götaland.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Älvängen?

The closest cities to Älvängen include Tollered, Alafors, Skepplanda. 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 Älvängen today?

Today in Älvängen, sunrise is at 04:50 AM and sunset is at 09:45 PM, giving a day length of 16h 54m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Älvängen's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Älvängen from the Equator?

Älvängen is approximately 6,452 km (4,009 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 716 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 Älvängen?

The antipodal point of Älvängen — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,669 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 Älvängen from Stockholm, the capital of Sweden?

Älvängen is approximately 376 km (234 mi) NE of Stockholm, the national capital of Sweden, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.