Balvi is located in Balvi Municipality, in the northeastern part of Latvia near the border with Russia. It lies northeast of Rēzekne and east of Gulbene, placing it within the Latgale region.
Location Map of Balvi, Latvia
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Where is Balvi Located?
Balvi is located in Balvi Municipality, in the northeastern part of Latvia near the border with Russia. It lies northeast of Rēzekne and east of Gulbene, placing it within the Latgale region.
The town covers an area of approximately 5 sq km (1.93 sq mi) and has a population of about 7,000 residents as per recent estimates.
Balvi is known for its cultural heritage and green surroundings. Key attractions include Balvi Manor, Balvi Lake, local parks, cultural center, nearby forests, and regional museums.
Balvi, Latvia Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| City Name | Balvi |
| Country | Latvia |
| Municipality | Balvi Municipality |
| Region | Latgale (Eastern Latvia) |
| Established | Town rights granted in 1928 |
| Population | Approx. 6,500 (latest estimate) |
| Total Area | 7.50 sq km (2.90 sq mi) |
| Population Density | About 870 people per sq km |
| Coordinates | 57.1310° N, 27.2680° E |
| Time Zone | Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2) / Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3) |
| Postal Codes | LV-4501 |
| Area Code | +371 |
| Major Waterways | Bolupe River |
| Transportation | Road connections; limited rail access nearby |
| Famous For | Cultural traditions, scenic lakes, and regional administrative center |
| Top Attractions | Balvi Lake, Balvi Culture and Recreation Centre, local parks and churches |
| Official Website | https://www.balvi.lv |
Distance from Balvi to Major Cities in Latvia
- Balvi to Riga – 220 km (137 miles)
- Balvi to Valmiera – 150 km (93 miles)
- Balvi to Cēsis – 160 km (99 miles)
- Balvi to Sigulda – 180 km (112 miles)
- Balvi to Limbaži – 200 km (124 miles)
- Balvi to Saulkrasti – 190 km (118 miles)
- Balvi to Ogre – 200 km (124 miles)
- Balvi to Jelgava – 240 km (149 miles)
- Balvi to Tukums – 260 km (162 miles)
- Balvi to Ventspils – 380 km (236 miles)
- Balvi to Liepāja – 420 km (261 miles)
- Balvi to Daugavpils – 120 km (75 miles)
- Balvi to Rēzekne – 80 km (50 miles)
- Balvi to Jēkabpils – 180 km (112 miles)
- Balvi to Gulbene – 70 km (43 miles)
- Balvi to Madona – 140 km (87 miles)
- Balvi to Kuldīga – 400 km (249 miles)
- Balvi to Saldus – 370 km (230 miles)
- Balvi to Bauska – 260 km (162 miles)
- Balvi to Preiļi – 140 km (87 miles)
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