Krāslava is located in Krāslava Municipality, in the southeastern part of Latvia near the border with Belarus. It lies southeast of Daugavpils and close to the Daugava River, placing it within the Latgale region.
Location Map of Kraslava, Latvia
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Where is Krāslava Located?
Krāslava is located in Krāslava Municipality, in the southeastern part of Latvia near the border with Belarus. It lies southeast of Daugavpils and close to the Daugava River, placing it within the Latgale region.
The town covers an area of approximately 9 sq km (3.47 sq mi) and has a population of about 7,000 residents as per recent estimates.
Krāslava is known for its historical heritage and river landscapes. Key attractions include Krāslava Palace, Daugava River, Krāslava Castle complex, local parks, nearby lakes, and scenic countryside views.
Krāslava, Latvia Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| City Name | Krāslava |
| Country | Latvia |
| Municipality | Krāslava Municipality |
| Region | Latgale (Southeastern Latvia) |
| Established | Town rights granted in 1923; settlement dates back earlier |
| Population | Approx. 7,000 (latest estimate) |
| Total Area | 9.20 sq km (3.55 sq mi) |
| Population Density | About 760 people per sq km |
| Coordinates | 55.8940° N, 27.1670° E |
| Time Zone | Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2) / Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3) |
| Postal Codes | LV-5601 |
| Area Code | +371 |
| Major Waterways | Daugava River |
| Transportation | Rail and road connections; located near Belarus border |
| Famous For | Historic manor, river scenery, and cultural diversity |
| Top Attractions | Krāslava Palace, Daugava River viewpoints, local museums and parks |
| Official Website | https://www.kraslava.lv |
Distance from Krāslava to Major Cities in Latvia
- Krāslava to Riga – 260 km (162 miles)
- Krāslava to Valmiera – 300 km (186 miles)
- Krāslava to Cēsis – 280 km (174 miles)
- Krāslava to Sigulda – 260 km (162 miles)
- Krāslava to Limbaži – 300 km (186 miles)
- Krāslava to Saulkrasti – 280 km (174 miles)
- Krāslava to Ogre – 230 km (143 miles)
- Krāslava to Jelgava – 250 km (155 miles)
- Krāslava to Tukums – 290 km (180 miles)
- Krāslava to Ventspils – 410 km (255 miles)
- Krāslava to Liepāja – 450 km (280 miles)
- Krāslava to Daugavpils – 45 km (28 miles)
- Krāslava to Rēzekne – 110 km (68 miles)
- Krāslava to Jēkabpils – 140 km (87 miles)
- Krāslava to Gulbene – 230 km (143 miles)
- Krāslava to Madona – 200 km (124 miles)
- Krāslava to Kuldīga – 420 km (261 miles)
- Krāslava to Saldus – 390 km (242 miles)
- Krāslava to Bauska – 240 km (149 miles)
- Krāslava to Preiļi – 60 km (37 miles)
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