Mērsrags is located in Talsi Municipality, in the western part of Latvia along the Gulf of Riga. It lies north of Engure and east of Roja, placing it on the country’s Baltic Sea coastline.
Location Map of Mersrags, Latvia
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Where is Mērsrags Located?
Mērsrags is located in Talsi Municipality, in the western part of Latvia along the Gulf of Riga. It lies north of Engure and east of Roja, 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 about 1,500 residents as per recent estimates.
Mērsrags is known for its port and coastal setting. Key attractions include Mērsrags Lighthouse, Gulf of Riga beach, Mērsrags port, coastal pine forests, nearby nature areas, and scenic seaside views.
Mērsrags, Latvia Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| City Name | Mērsrags |
| Country | Latvia |
| Municipality | Talsi Municipality |
| Region | Courland (Western Latvia) |
| Established | Historic fishing village; developed in the 19th century |
| Population | Approx. 1,800 (latest estimate) |
| Total Area | 7.20 sq km (2.78 sq mi) |
| Population Density | About 250 people per sq km |
| Coordinates | 57.3390° N, 23.1240° E |
| Time Zone | Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2) / Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3) |
| Postal Codes | LV-3284 |
| Area Code | +371 |
| Major Waterways | Baltic Sea (Gulf of Riga) |
| Transportation | Regional roads; small port; no railway access |
| Famous For | Fishing harbor, lighthouse, and coastal landscapes |
| Top Attractions | Mērsrags Lighthouse, Mērsrags Beach, nearby nature reserves |
| Official Website | N/A |
Distance from Mērsrags to Major Cities in Latvia
- Mērsrags to Riga – 90 km (56 miles)
- Mērsrags to Valmiera – 190 km (118 miles)
- Mērsrags to Cēsis – 170 km (106 miles)
- Mērsrags to Sigulda – 150 km (93 miles)
- Mērsrags to Limbaži – 170 km (106 miles)
- Mērsrags to Saulkrasti – 140 km (87 miles)
- Mērsrags to Ogre – 120 km (75 miles)
- Mērsrags to Jelgava – 110 km (68 miles)
- Mērsrags to Tukums – 60 km (37 miles)
- Mērsrags to Ventspils – 140 km (87 miles)
- Mērsrags to Liepāja – 210 km (130 miles)
- Mērsrags to Daugavpils – 270 km (168 miles)
- Mērsrags to Rēzekne – 310 km (193 miles)
- Mērsrags to Jēkabpils – 210 km (130 miles)
- Mērsrags to Gulbene – 260 km (162 miles)
- Mērsrags to Madona – 220 km (137 miles)
- Mērsrags to Kuldīga – 120 km (75 miles)
- Mērsrags to Saldus – 140 km (87 miles)
- Mērsrags to Bauska – 130 km (81 miles)
- Mērsrags to Preiļi – 240 km (149 miles)
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