Latitude and Longitude of The Netherlands

Latitude
51.9225°
N
Longitude
4.4792°
E

51° 55' 21.0" N, 4° 28' 45.0" E

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Located in Western Europe, The Netherlands is situated in the Northern Hemisphere and bordered by Germany to the east and Belgium to the south. Its geographic centroid is approximately at 51.92° N latitude and 4.48° E longitude, reflecting its low-lying, flat terrain characterized by canals and dikes. Individuals may seek out coordinates for The Netherlands for various purposes, including the use of geocoding applications, navigation systems, and mapping projects. Understanding the country's coordinates can also aid in time-zone planning, as it operates primarily in the Central European Time zone.

Major Cities in The Netherlands

CityLatitudeLongitudePopulation
Rotterdam51.9225004.479170868,135
Amsterdam52.3740304.889690741,636
The Hague52.0766704.298610474,292
Utrecht52.0908305.122220376,435
Groningen53.2191706.566670244,807
Eindhoven51.4408305.477780235,691
Tilburg51.5555105.091300221,947
Breda51.5865604.775960184,126
Nijmegen51.8425005.852780177,359
Almere Stad52.3702505.214130176,432
Haarlem52.3808404.636830162,543
Arnhem51.9800005.911110162,424
's-Hertogenbosch51.6991705.304170160,783
Enschede52.2183306.895830153,655
Zaanstad52.4531304.813560140,085
Amersfoort52.1550005.387500139,914
Apeldoorn52.2100005.969440136,670
Hoofddorp52.3025004.688890132,734
Zwolle52.5125006.094440129,840
Leeuwarden53.2027105.809730124,481

Frequently Asked Questions

In which region and continent is The Netherlands located, and how can I read its coordinates?

The Netherlands is located in Western Europe. The coordinates 51.92° N and 4.48° E indicate its geographic centroid, with the first number representing latitude and the second representing longitude.

What is the time zone of The Netherlands and how does its longitudinal span affect it?

The Netherlands operates on Central European Time (CET), which is UTC+1, and observes Daylight Saving Time. Its longitudinal span means that the country experiences a relatively uniform time zone across its territory.

How can I locate specific cities or sub-regions within The Netherlands using this country page?

To pinpoint cities or sub-regions in The Netherlands, you can use the provided coordinates to search in mapping tools or geocoding applications. Inputting specific coordinates will help you find locations such as Amsterdam or Rotterdam.

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