Pāvilosta is located in South Kurzeme Municipality, in the western part of Latvia along the Baltic Sea coast. It lies north of Liepāja and south of Ventspils, placing it within the Kurzeme coastal region.
Location Map of Pavilosta, Latvia
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Where is Pāvilosta Located?
Pāvilosta is located in South Kurzeme Municipality, in the western part of Latvia along the Baltic Sea coast. It lies north of Liepāja and south of Ventspils, placing it within the Kurzeme coastal region.
The town covers an area of approximately 6 sq km (2.32 sq mi) and has a population of about 1,000 residents as per recent estimates.
Pāvilosta is known for its port and seaside setting. Key attractions include Pāvilosta Beach, Pāvilosta port, coastal cliffs, local parks, nearby nature areas, and scenic sea views.
Pāvilosta, Latvia Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| City Name | Pāvilosta |
| Country | Latvia |
| Municipality | Dienvidkurzeme Municipality |
| Region | Courland (Western Latvia) |
| Established | Town rights granted in 1879 |
| Population | Approx. 900 (latest estimate) |
| Total Area | 6.10 sq km (2.36 sq mi) |
| Population Density | About 150 people per sq km |
| Coordinates | 56.8870° N, 21.1830° E |
| Time Zone | Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2) / Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3) |
| Postal Codes | LV-3466 |
| Area Code | +371 |
| Major Waterways | Baltic Sea, Saka River |
| Transportation | Regional roads; small port; no railway access |
| Famous For | Surfing spot, fishing harbor, and coastal landscapes |
| Top Attractions | Pāvilosta Beach, Saka River mouth, local lighthouse and harbor area |
| Official Website | N/A |
Distance from Pāvilosta to Major Cities in Latvia
- Pāvilosta to Riga – 210 km (130 miles)
- Pāvilosta to Valmiera – 290 km (180 miles)
- Pāvilosta to Cēsis – 270 km (168 miles)
- Pāvilosta to Sigulda – 250 km (155 miles)
- Pāvilosta to Limbaži – 270 km (168 miles)
- Pāvilosta to Saulkrasti – 240 km (149 miles)
- Pāvilosta to Ogre – 220 km (137 miles)
- Pāvilosta to Jelgava – 180 km (112 miles)
- Pāvilosta to Tukums – 160 km (99 miles)
- Pāvilosta to Ventspils – 60 km (37 miles)
- Pāvilosta to Liepāja – 55 km (34 miles)
- Pāvilosta to Daugavpils – 380 km (236 miles)
- Pāvilosta to Rēzekne – 420 km (261 miles)
- Pāvilosta to Jēkabpils – 300 km (186 miles)
- Pāvilosta to Gulbene – 360 km (224 miles)
- Pāvilosta to Madona – 320 km (199 miles)
- Pāvilosta to Kuldīga – 90 km (56 miles)
- Pāvilosta to Saldus – 110 km (68 miles)
- Pāvilosta to Bauska – 200 km (124 miles)
- Pāvilosta to Preiļi – 330 km (205 miles)
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