Updated street imagery from Pforzheim now available on Google StreetView
In an exciting development, the city of Pforzheim in Germany is now fully represented on Google Street View. The images, captured in summer and fall 2022, were published in June 2023, offering a detailed, up-to-date overview of the city's streets.
This expansion is part of Google's ongoing initiative to make more German cities virtually "driveable" on its platform. Higher-elevation areas of the city are now included, bringing a comprehensive view of Pforzheim to users worldwide.
However, some smaller streets in the city centre are still missing from Google Street View. For those looking to explore every nook and cranny of Pforzheim, Google Maps provides a detailed guide to the available street views.
The street views can be accessed by dragging the orange figure onto a specific street within the Google Maps interface. Users can now immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of Pforzheim from the comfort of their homes.
The addition of Pforzheim to Google Street View marks the latest milestone in the company's global expansion of its Street View service. While the exact timeline of Google Street View's coverage in Pforzheim is not known, the service has been continuously updating its imagery worldwide since its inception.
To visualise changes over time in Pforzheim, users can utilise the "Street View" feature on Google Maps and select "View more dates" to see previous images of an area. This feature allows users to understand how imagery has changed and expanded over time.
Google is the company responsible for these street views, and the number of street views of Pforzheim available in Google Maps has significantly increased since Christmas 2023. These street views of Pforzheim are the first to be made available on the service, marking a significant step forward in virtual exploration of the city.
The expansion of Google Street View now includes Pforzheim, offering a detailed look at the city's streets and higher-elevation areas, thanks to technology and gadgets used by Google. For those eager to explore every corner of Pforzheim, gadgets like Google Maps provide a comprehensive guide to available street views.
