Current Date And Time In Bern, Switzerland
Saturday, 27 June 2026
19:42:01 CEST
Capital: Herisau
Currency: Swiss Franc (CHF)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 55,000
Area: 243.00 km²
State Code: BE
Explore the interactive satellite map of Bern, 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 Bern — 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 Bern 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) | 47.3665° N | 9.3001° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 47.3665 | 9.3001 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 47° 21' 59" N | 9° 18' 0" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 47° 21.9889' N | 9° 18.0055' E |
| State / Region | Bern |
| Country | Switzerland |
| Continent | Europe |
| Capital | Herisau |
| State Code | BE |
| Time Zone | +01:00 |
| Population | 55,000 |
| Area (km²) | 243.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 93.82 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 226.34 /km² |
| Elevation | 817 m / 2,680 ft |
| GPS (DD) | 47.3665, 9.3001 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Bern 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appenzell Ausserrhoden | Switzerland | 2 km | 1 mi | ~1m | 🗺 View |
| Saint Gallen | Switzerland | 9 km | 5 mi | ~6m | 🗺 View |
| Appenzell Innerrhoden | Switzerland | 11 km | 7 mi | ~9m | 🗺 View |
| Thurgau | Switzerland | 32 km | 20 mi | ~24m | 🗺 View |
| Glarus | Switzerland | 40 km | 25 mi | ~30m | 🗺 View |
| Zurich | Switzerland | 57 km | 35 mi | ~43m | 🗺 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 Bern. Use these coordinates for routing, location intelligence and GIS mapping.
| City Name | Population | Latitude | Longitude | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bern | 121,631 | 46.9481° N | 7.4474° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Biel/Bienne | 55,120 | 47.1371° N | 7.2461° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Thun | 43,723 | 46.7512° N | 7.6217° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Köniz | 41,784 | 46.9244° N | 7.4146° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Burgdorf | 16,420 | 47.059° N | 7.6279° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Steffisburg | 15,709 | 46.7781° N | 7.6325° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Langenthal | 14,184 | 47.2153° N | 7.7961° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Muri | 13,054 | 46.9312° N | 7.4866° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Spiez | 12,594 | 46.6847° N | 7.6911° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Ittigen | 11,546 | 46.9743° N | 7.4828° E | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Bern 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 Bern on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Switzerland.
The satellite view of Bern 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
Bern 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 Bern 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 Bern 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 Bern are latitude 47.3665° and longitude 9.3001°. In directional format: 47.3665° N, 9.3001° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Bern in Switzerland and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Bern is a state or administrative region of Switzerland, located in Europe. Its capital city is Herisau. View the exact position of Bern on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Bern is at: Latitude 47° 21' 59" N and Longitude 9° 18' 0" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Bern covers a total area of approximately 243.00 km² (93.82 mi²). This is roughly 0.59% of Switzerland's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Bern is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 47.3665, 9.3001 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Bern in Switzerland. For broader context, explore the Switzerland national map or nearby states.
