Ilūkste is located in Augšdaugava Municipality, in the southeastern part of Latvia near the border with Lithuania. It lies southwest of Daugavpils and northeast of Subate, placing it within the Latgale region.
Location Map of Ilukste, Latvia
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Where is Ilūkste Located?
Ilūkste is located in Augšdaugava Municipality, in the southeastern part of Latvia near the border with Lithuania. It lies southwest of Daugavpils and northeast of Subate, 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 2,500 residents as per recent estimates.
Ilūkste is known for its historical heritage and rural surroundings. Key attractions include Ilūkste Catholic Church, town center, local parks, nearby forests, cultural sites, and surrounding countryside landscapes.
Ilūkste, Latvia Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| City Name | Ilūkste |
| Country | Latvia |
| Municipality | Augšdaugava Municipality |
| Region | Latgale (Southeastern Latvia) |
| Established | Town rights granted in 1917 |
| Population | Approx. 2,500 (latest estimate) |
| Total Area | 9.10 sq km (3.51 sq mi) |
| Population Density | About 275 people per sq km |
| Coordinates | 55.9780° N, 26.2960° E |
| Time Zone | Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2) / Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3) |
| Postal Codes | LV-5447 |
| Area Code | +371 |
| Major Waterways | Ilūkste River |
| Transportation | Rail and road connections; located near Daugavpils |
| Famous For | Religious heritage, historical significance, and cultural traditions |
| Top Attractions | Ilūkste Catholic Church, local parks, nearby natural landscapes |
| Official Website | N/A |
Distance from Ilūkste to Major Cities in Latvia
- Ilūkste to Riga – 230 km (143 miles)
- Ilūkste to Valmiera – 280 km (174 miles)
- Ilūkste to Cēsis – 260 km (162 miles)
- Ilūkste to Sigulda – 240 km (149 miles)
- Ilūkste to Limbaži – 290 km (180 miles)
- Ilūkste to Saulkrasti – 270 km (168 miles)
- Ilūkste to Ogre – 200 km (124 miles)
- Ilūkste to Jelgava – 220 km (137 miles)
- Ilūkste to Tukums – 260 km (162 miles)
- Ilūkste to Ventspils – 380 km (236 miles)
- Ilūkste to Liepāja – 420 km (261 miles)
- Ilūkste to Daugavpils – 25 km (16 miles)
- Ilūkste to Rēzekne – 100 km (62 miles)
- Ilūkste to Jēkabpils – 130 km (81 miles)
- Ilūkste to Gulbene – 220 km (137 miles)
- Ilūkste to Madona – 180 km (112 miles)
- Ilūkste to Kuldīga – 390 km (242 miles)
- Ilūkste to Saldus – 360 km (224 miles)
- Ilūkste to Bauska – 200 km (124 miles)
- Ilūkste to Preiļi – 70 km (43 miles)
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