Ķesterciems is located in Tukums Municipality, in the western part of Latvia along the Gulf of Riga. It lies west of Jūrmala and south of Engure, placing it on the country’s Baltic Sea coastline.
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Where is Ķesterciems Located?
Ķesterciems is located in Tukums Municipality, in the western part of Latvia along the Gulf of Riga. It lies west of Jūrmala and south of Engure, placing it on the country’s Baltic Sea coastline.
The village covers an area of approximately 3 sq km (1.16 sq mi) and has a population of around 400 residents based on recent estimates.
Ķesterciems is known for its coastal setting and resort area. Key attractions include Gulf of Riga beach, Albatross Resort area, coastal pine forests, seaside walking paths, nearby Engure Lake Nature Park, and scenic seaside views.
Ķesterciems, Latvia Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| City Name | Ķesterciems |
| Country | Latvia |
| Municipality | Tukums Municipality |
| Region | Courland (Western Latvia) |
| Established | Historic coastal village; developed in the 19th century |
| Population | Approx. 300 (latest estimate) |
| Total Area | Small coastal village area (exact size not officially defined) |
| Population Density | Low-density rural settlement |
| Coordinates | 57.2230° N, 23.3360° E |
| Time Zone | Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2) / Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3) |
| Postal Codes | LV-3113 |
| Area Code | +371 |
| Major Waterways | Baltic Sea (Gulf of Riga) |
| Transportation | Local roads; access via coastal highway; nearest rail access in Tukums |
| Famous For | Seaside relaxation, quiet beaches, and natural coastal scenery |
| Top Attractions | Ķesterciems Beach, Gulf of Riga coastline, nearby Engure Nature Park |
| Official Website | N/A |
Distance from Ķesterciems to Major Cities in Latvia
- Ķesterciems to Riga – 60 km (37 miles)
- Ķesterciems to Valmiera – 170 km (106 miles)
- Ķesterciems to Cēsis – 150 km (93 miles)
- Ķesterciems to Sigulda – 130 km (81 miles)
- Ķesterciems to Limbaži – 150 km (93 miles)
- Ķesterciems to Saulkrasti – 120 km (75 miles)
- Ķesterciems to Ogre – 100 km (62 miles)
- Ķesterciems to Jelgava – 90 km (56 miles)
- Ķesterciems to Tukums – 30 km (19 miles)
- Ķesterciems to Ventspils – 150 km (93 miles)
- Ķesterciems to Liepāja – 220 km (137 miles)
- Ķesterciems to Daugavpils – 260 km (162 miles)
- Ķesterciems to Rēzekne – 300 km (186 miles)
- Ķesterciems to Jēkabpils – 200 km (124 miles)
- Ķesterciems to Gulbene – 240 km (149 miles)
- Ķesterciems to Madona – 200 km (124 miles)
- Ķesterciems to Kuldīga – 130 km (81 miles)
- Ķesterciems to Saldus – 150 km (93 miles)
- Ķesterciems to Bauska – 120 km (75 miles)
- Ķesterciems to Preiļi – 230 km (143 miles)
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