Ainaži is located in Limbaži Municipality, in the northern part of Latvia, along the Gulf of Riga near the Estonian border. It lies north of Riga and south of Pärnu, positioning it on an important coastal route between Latvia and Estonia.
Location Map of Ainazi, Latvia
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Where is Ainaži Located?
Ainaži is located in Limbaži Municipality, in the northern part of Latvia, along the Gulf of Riga near the Estonian border. It lies north of Riga and south of Pärnu, positioning it on an important coastal route between Latvia and Estonia.
The town covers an area of approximately 5 sq km (1.93 sq mi) and has a population of about 800 residents as per recent estimates.
Ainaži is known for its maritime history and shipbuilding heritage. Key attractions include the Ainaži Maritime School Museum, Gulf of Riga beach, historic port area, coastal promenade, nearby Randu Meadows, and scenic seaside landscapes.
Ainaži, Latvia Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| City Name | Ainaži |
| Country | Latvia |
| Municipality | Limbaži Municipality |
| Region | Vidzeme (Northern Latvia) |
| Established | Town rights granted in 1926; developed earlier as a port village |
| Population | Approx. 800 (latest estimate) |
| Total Area | 5.20 sq km (2.01 sq mi) |
| Population Density | About 150 people per sq km |
| Coordinates | 57.8630° N, 24.3580° E |
| Time Zone | Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2) / Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3) |
| Postal Codes | LV-4035 |
| Area Code | +371 |
| Major Waterways | Baltic Sea (Gulf of Riga) |
| Transportation | Road connections via A1 highway; nearest railway access in nearby towns |
| Famous For | Historic seafaring school, port heritage, and quiet coastal charm |
| Top Attractions | Ainaži Maritime School Museum, Ainaži Beach, Northern Vidzeme Biosphere Reserve |
| Official Website | N/A |
Distance from Ainaži to Major Cities in Latvia
- Ainaži to Riga – 110 km (68 miles)
- Ainaži to Valmiera – 90 km (56 miles)
- Ainaži to Cēsis – 110 km (68 miles)
- Ainaži to Sigulda – 120 km (75 miles)
- Ainaži to Limbaži – 40 km (25 miles)
- Ainaži to Saulkrasti – 80 km (50 miles)
- Ainaži to Ogre – 140 km (87 miles)
- Ainaži to Jelgava – 140 km (87 miles)
- Ainaži to Tukums – 150 km (93 miles)
- Ainaži to Ventspils – 230 km (143 miles)
- Ainaži to Liepāja – 310 km (193 miles)
- Ainaži to Daugavpils – 300 km (186 miles)
- Ainaži to Rēzekne – 320 km (199 miles)
- Ainaži to Jēkabpils – 260 km (162 miles)
- Ainaži to Gulbene – 230 km (143 miles)
- Ainaži to Madona – 210 km (130 miles)
- Ainaži to Kuldīga – 260 km (162 miles)
- Ainaži to Saldus – 240 km (149 miles)
- Ainaži to Bauska – 180 km (112 miles)
- Ainaži to Preiļi – 280 km (174 miles)
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