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Current Date And Time In Gelterkinden, Switzerland

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
21:57:51 CEST
Currency: Swiss Franc (CHF)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 5,709
District: Bezirk Sissach

🗺 Map of Gelterkinden, Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Gelterkinden, a city in Basel-Landschaft, 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 Gelterkinden — 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 Gelterkinden.

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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Gelterkinden, Basel-Landschaft

📍 LATITUDE
47.465°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
7.852°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)47.465° N7.8517° E
Signed Decimal Degrees47.4657.8517
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)47° 27' 54" N7° 51' 6" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)47° 27.8982' N7° 51.1044' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Gelterkinden Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:20 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:46 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 25m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:33 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Gelterkinden’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,284 km
(3,283 mi) • Gelterkinden is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
591 km
(367 mi) • Gelterkinden is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
47.465° S, 172.148° W
The point exactly opposite Gelterkinden through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Gelterkinden, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 519 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 Gelterkinden

📍 Location Details

CityGelterkinden
StateBasel-Landschaft (Kanton Basel-Landschaft)
CountrySwitzerland
ContinentEurope
DistrictBezirk Sissach
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population5,709
Elevation397 m / 1,303 ft
GPS (DD)47.465, 7.8517

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Gelterkinden

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Basel-Landschaft
Parent Country: Switzerland

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 5,709
🏆 State Rank: #16 of 51 most populous in Basel-Landschaft
🏠 Share of Basel-Landschaft Population: 1.962%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Gelterkinden 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 Basel-Landschaft.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
OrmalingenBasel-LandschaftE2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
TecknauBasel-LandschaftSE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
SissachBasel-LandschaftW3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
ZunzgenBasel-LandschaftSW4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
RünenbergBasel-LandschaftSE4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
TennikenBasel-LandschaftSW4 km3 mi~4m🗺 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 Gelterkinden to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Liestal
9 km (6 mi)
W of Gelterkinden • ~9m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Bern
66 km (41 mi)
SW of Gelterkinden • ~1h 6m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Basel-Landschaft

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Reinach47.497° N7.5917° E300 m11 km🗺 View Map
Allschwil47.5507° N7.536° E288 m17 km🗺 View Map
Muttenz47.5227° N7.6451° E293 m8 km🗺 View Map
Pratteln47.5207° N7.6936° E291 m5 km🗺 View Map
Binningen47.5402° N7.5693° E316 m14 km🗺 View Map
Liestal47.4846° N7.7345° E327 m0 km🗺 View Map
Münchenstein47.5185° N7.6097° E287 m10 km🗺 View Map
Birsfelden47.5529° N7.6232° E259 m11 km🗺 View Map
Oberwil47.5141° N7.5579° E299 m14 km🗺 View Map
Aesch47.471° N7.5973° E307 m10 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–Freiburg
IATA: BSL
29 km (18 mi) from Gelterkinden
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🌍 Gelterkinden Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Gelterkinden Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Gelterkinden

The satellite view of Gelterkinden 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 Switzerland map

🌎 Regional Position of Gelterkinden in Basel-Landschaft

Gelterkinden sits within Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland, 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 Gelterkinden Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Gelterkinden 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 Basel-Landschaft. › Browse every city in Basel-Landschaft

💻 Using Gelterkinden Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Gelterkinden 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 Switzerland. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Gelterkinden Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Gelterkinden Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Gelterkinden?

The GPS coordinates of Gelterkinden are latitude 47.465° and longitude 7.8517°. In directional format: 47.465° N, 7.8517° E. These coordinates mark the center of Gelterkinden in Basel-Landschaft and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Gelterkinden located?

Gelterkinden is a city in Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Bezirk Sissach. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Gelterkinden?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Gelterkinden sits at: Latitude 47° 27' 54" N and Longitude 7° 51' 6" 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 Gelterkinden?

Gelterkinden has a population of approximately 5,709 people. This is roughly 1.962% of Basel-Landschaft's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Basel-Landschaft.

🗺 How can I view Gelterkinden on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Gelterkinden is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 47.465, 7.8517 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Gelterkinden in Basel-Landschaft. For broader context, explore the Basel-Landschaft state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Gelterkinden?

The nearest airport to Gelterkinden is EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–Freiburg (BSL), roughly 29 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Gelterkinden from Liestal?

Gelterkinden is approximately 9 km (6 mi) from Liestal, the capital of Basel-Landschaft, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Basel-Landschaft.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Gelterkinden?

Gelterkinden sits at an elevation of approximately 397 meters (1,303 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Basel-Landschaft.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Gelterkinden?

The closest cities to Gelterkinden include Ormalingen, Tecknau, Sissach. 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 Gelterkinden today?

Today in Gelterkinden, sunrise is at 06:20 AM and sunset is at 08:46 PM, giving a day length of 14h 25m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Gelterkinden's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Gelterkinden from the Equator?

Gelterkinden is approximately 5,284 km (3,283 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 591 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 Gelterkinden?

The antipodal point of Gelterkinden — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 519 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 Gelterkinden from Bern, the capital of Switzerland?

Gelterkinden is approximately 66 km (41 mi) SW of Bern, the national capital of Switzerland, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.