Current Date And Time In Basel-City, Switzerland
Friday, 19 June 2026
20:29:46 CEST
Capital: Basel
Currency: Swiss Franc (CHF)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 195,000
Area: 36.95 km²
State Code: BS
Explore the interactive satellite map of Basel-City, a state or administrative region of Switzerland, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Basel-City — 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 Basel-City in Switzerland.
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 Switzerland operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 47.5619° N | 7.5928° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 47.5619 | 7.5928 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 47° 33' 43" N | 7° 35' 34" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 47° 33.7155' N | 7° 35.5661' E |
| State / Region | Basel-City |
| Country | Switzerland |
| Continent | Europe |
| Capital | Basel |
| State Code | BS |
| Time Zone | +01:00 |
| Population | 195,000 |
| Area (km²) | 36.95 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 14.27 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 5,270.27 /km² |
| Elevation | 258 m / 846 ft |
| GPS (DD) | 47.5619, 7.5928 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Basel-City 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 Switzerland.
| State | Country | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basel-Landschaft | Switzerland | 19 km | 12 mi | ~14m | 🗺 View |
| Solothurn | Switzerland | 40 km | 25 mi | ~30m | 🗺 View |
| Jura | Switzerland | 42 km | 26 mi | ~31m | 🗺 View |
| Aargau | Switzerland | 53 km | 33 mi | ~40m | 🗺 View |
| Bern | Switzerland | 69 km | 43 mi | ~52m | 🗺 View |
| Zurich | Switzerland | 74 km | 46 mi | ~56m | 🗺 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.
Below are the precise geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) and population data for the largest cities in Basel-City. Use these coordinates for routing, location intelligence and GIS mapping.
| City Name | Population | Latitude | Longitude | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basel | 177,595 | 47.5584° N | 7.5733° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Riehen | 20,000 | 47.5788° N | 7.6468° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Bettingen | 1,189 | 47.5704° N | 7.6643° E | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Basel-City is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Switzerland. 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
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 Basel-City on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Switzerland.
The satellite view of Basel-City 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 Switzerland national map
Basel-City occupies a distinct geographic zone within Switzerland 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
Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Basel-City 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 Switzerland. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Basel-City 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 Switzerland. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Basel-City are latitude 47.5619° and longitude 7.5928°. In directional format: 47.5619° N, 7.5928° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Basel-City in Switzerland and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Basel-City is a state or administrative region of Switzerland, located in Europe. Its capital city is Basel. View the exact position of Basel-City on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Basel-City is at: Latitude 47° 33' 43" N and Longitude 7° 35' 34" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Basel-City covers a total area of approximately 36.95 km² (14.27 mi²). This is roughly 0.09% of Switzerland's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Basel-City is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 47.5619, 7.5928 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Basel-City in Switzerland. For broader context, explore the Switzerland national map or nearby states.
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