Where is Cesis, Latvia? - Map, Geography & Facts

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Cēsis is located in Cēsis Municipality, in the northern part of Latvia. It lies northeast of Riga and south of Valmiera, placing it within the Vidzeme region.

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Where is Cēsis Located?

Cēsis is located in Cēsis Municipality, in the northern part of Latvia. It lies northeast of Riga and south of Valmiera, placing it within the Vidzeme region.

The town covers an area of approximately 19 sq km (7.34 sq mi) and has a population of about 17,000 residents as per recent estimates.

Cēsis is known for its medieval heritage and cultural sites. Key attractions include Cēsis Castle, Cēsis Old Town, St. John’s Church, Gauja National Park, castle park, and local museums.

Cēsis, Latvia Facts

CategoryDetails
City NameCēsis
CountryLatvia
MunicipalityCēsis Municipality
RegionVidzeme (Central Latvia)
EstablishedTown rights granted in 1323
PopulationApprox. 17,000 (latest estimate)
Total Area19.30 sq km (7.45 sq mi)
Population DensityAbout 880 people per sq km
Coordinates57.3120° N, 25.2740° E
Time ZoneEastern European Time (EET, UTC+2) / Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3)
Postal CodesLV-4101
Area Code+371
Major WaterwaysGauja River (nearby)
TransportationRail and road connections; located on Riga–Valmiera route
Famous ForMedieval castle, historic old town, and cultural heritage
Top AttractionsCēsis Castle, Old Town, St. John’s Church, Gauja National Park
Official Websitehttps://www.cesis.lv

Distance from Cēsis to Major Cities in Latvia

  • Cēsis to Riga – 90 km (56 miles)
  • Cēsis to Valmiera – 40 km (25 miles)
  • Cēsis to Cēsis – 0 km (0 miles)
  • Cēsis to Sigulda – 40 km (25 miles)
  • Cēsis to Limbaži – 70 km (43 miles)
  • Cēsis to Saulkrasti – 70 km (43 miles)
  • Cēsis to Ogre – 80 km (50 miles)
  • Cēsis to Jelgava – 110 km (68 miles)
  • Cēsis to Tukums – 130 km (81 miles)
  • Cēsis to Ventspils – 240 km (149 miles)
  • Cēsis to Liepāja – 280 km (174 miles)
  • Cēsis to Daugavpils – 200 km (124 miles)
  • Cēsis to Rēzekne – 240 km (149 miles)
  • Cēsis to Jēkabpils – 140 km (87 miles)
  • Cēsis to Gulbene – 110 km (68 miles)
  • Cēsis to Madona – 90 km (56 miles)
  • Cēsis to Kuldīga – 250 km (155 miles)
  • Cēsis to Saldus – 220 km (137 miles)
  • Cēsis to Bauska – 140 km (87 miles)
  • Cēsis to Preiļi – 180 km (112 miles)
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