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Current Date And Time In Sorens, Switzerland

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
20:34:55 CEST
State: Fribourg
Currency: Swiss Franc (CHF)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 837
District: Gruyère District

🗺 Map of Sorens, Fribourg, Switzerland – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Sorens, a city in Fribourg, 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 Sorens — 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 Sorens.

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 Sorens, Fribourg

📍 LATITUDE
46.669°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
7.052°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)46.6691° N7.0525° E
Signed Decimal Degrees46.66917.0525
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)46° 40' 9" N7° 3' 9" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)46° 40.146' N7° 3.1494' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Sorens Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:25 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:47 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 21m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:36 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Sorens’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,195 km
(3,228 mi) • Sorens is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
539 km
(335 mi) • Sorens is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
46.669° S, 172.948° W
The point exactly opposite Sorens through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Sorens, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 413 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 Sorens

📍 Location Details

CitySorens
StateFribourg (Canton de Fribourg)
CountrySwitzerland
ContinentEurope
DistrictGruyère District
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population837
Elevation852 m / 2,795 ft
GPS (DD)46.6691, 7.0525

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Sorens

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Fribourg
Parent Country: Switzerland

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 837
🏆 State Rank: #54 of 72 most populous in Fribourg
🏠 Share of Fribourg Population: 0.261%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Sorens 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 Fribourg.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
MarsensFribourgS2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
RiazFribourgS3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
HautevilleFribourgE4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
Pont-la-VilleFribourgNE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
BulleFribourgS6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
VuadensFribourgSW7 km4 mi~7m🗺 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 Sorens to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Fribourg
17 km (10 mi)
NE of Sorens • ~17m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Bern
42 km (26 mi)
NE of Sorens • ~42m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Fribourg

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Fribourg46.8024° N7.1513° E610 m0 km🗺 View Map
Bulle46.618° N7.0569° E771 m22 km🗺 View Map
Villars-sur-Glâne46.7905° N7.1172° E656 m3 km🗺 View Map
Marly46.7761° N7.1646° E627 m3 km🗺 View Map
Düdingen46.8492° N7.1915° E600 m6 km🗺 View Map
Murten/Morat46.9283° N7.1172° E435 m14 km🗺 View Map
Romont46.6965° N6.919° E763 m21 km🗺 View Map
Châtel-Saint-Denis46.5269° N6.9008° E809 m36 km🗺 View Map
Estavayer-le-Lac46.8488° N6.8465° E453 m24 km🗺 View Map
Flamatt46.8899° N7.322° E538 m16 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Bern Airport
IATA: BRN
43 km (27 mi) from Sorens
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🌍 Sorens Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Sorens Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Sorens

The satellite view of Sorens 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 Sorens in Fribourg

Sorens sits within Fribourg, 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 Sorens Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Sorens 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 Fribourg. › Browse every city in Fribourg

💻 Using Sorens Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Sorens 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 Sorens Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Sorens Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Sorens?

The GPS coordinates of Sorens are latitude 46.6691° and longitude 7.0525°. In directional format: 46.6691° N, 7.0525° E. These coordinates mark the center of Sorens in Fribourg and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Sorens located?

Sorens is a city in Fribourg, Switzerland, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Gruyère District. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Sorens?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Sorens sits at: Latitude 46° 40' 9" N and Longitude 7° 3' 9" 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 Sorens?

Sorens has a population of approximately 837 people. This is roughly 0.261% of Fribourg's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Fribourg.

🗺 How can I view Sorens on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Sorens is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 46.6691, 7.0525 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Sorens in Fribourg. For broader context, explore the Fribourg state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Sorens?

The nearest airport to Sorens is Bern Airport (BRN), roughly 43 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Sorens from Fribourg?

Sorens is approximately 17 km (10 mi) from Fribourg, the capital of Fribourg, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Fribourg.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Sorens?

Sorens sits at an elevation of approximately 852 meters (2,795 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Fribourg.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Sorens?

The closest cities to Sorens include Marsens, Riaz, Hauteville. 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 Sorens today?

Today in Sorens, sunrise is at 06:25 AM and sunset is at 08:47 PM, giving a day length of 14h 21m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Sorens's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Sorens from the Equator?

Sorens is approximately 5,195 km (3,228 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 539 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 Sorens?

The antipodal point of Sorens — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 413 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 Sorens from Bern, the capital of Switzerland?

Sorens is approximately 42 km (26 mi) NE of Bern, the national capital of Switzerland, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.