Saulkrasti is located in the central part of Latvia along the Gulf of Riga. It lies northeast of Riga and south of Limbaži, placing it within the coastal area of the Vidzeme region.
Location Map of Saulkrasti, Latvia
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Where is Saulkrasti Located?
Saulkrasti is located in the central part of Latvia along the Gulf of Riga. It lies northeast of Riga and south of Limbaži, placing it within the coastal area of the Vidzeme region.
The town covers an area of approximately 12 sq km (4.63 sq mi) and has a population of about 6,000 residents as per recent estimates.
Saulkrasti is known for its beaches and coastal landscapes. Key attractions include Saulkrasti Beach, White Dune, Pēterupe River, coastal pine forests, local parks, and scenic seaside views.
Saulkrasti, Latvia Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| City Name | Saulkrasti |
| Country | Latvia |
| Municipality | Saulkrasti Municipality |
| Region | Vidzeme (Northern Latvia) |
| Established | Town rights granted in 1991; developed as a seaside resort earlier |
| Population | Approx. 6,000 (latest estimate) |
| Total Area | 48.00 sq km (18.53 sq mi) |
| Population Density | About 125 people per sq km |
| Coordinates | 57.2580° N, 24.4100° E |
| Time Zone | Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2) / Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3) |
| Postal Codes | LV-2160 |
| Area Code | +371 |
| Major Waterways | Baltic Sea (Gulf of Riga) |
| Transportation | Rail and road connections; located on Via Baltica (A1 highway) |
| Famous For | White Dune, seaside beaches, and resort atmosphere |
| Top Attractions | White Dune (Baltā kāpa), Saulkrasti Beach, Sea Park, cycling routes |
| Official Website | https://www.saulkrasti.lv |
Distance from Saulkrasti to Major Cities in Latvia
- Saulkrasti to Riga – 50 km (31 miles)
- Saulkrasti to Valmiera – 90 km (56 miles)
- Saulkrasti to Cēsis – 100 km (62 miles)
- Saulkrasti to Sigulda – 60 km (37 miles)
- Saulkrasti to Limbaži – 50 km (31 miles)
- Saulkrasti to Saulkrasti – 0 km (0 miles)
- Saulkrasti to Ogre – 80 km (50 miles)
- Saulkrasti to Jelgava – 100 km (62 miles)
- Saulkrasti to Tukums – 120 km (75 miles)
- Saulkrasti to Ventspils – 230 km (143 miles)
- Saulkrasti to Liepāja – 270 km (168 miles)
- Saulkrasti to Daugavpils – 270 km (168 miles)
- Saulkrasti to Rēzekne – 300 km (186 miles)
- Saulkrasti to Jēkabpils – 190 km (118 miles)
- Saulkrasti to Gulbene – 200 km (124 miles)
- Saulkrasti to Madona – 170 km (106 miles)
- Saulkrasti to Kuldīga – 240 km (149 miles)
- Saulkrasti to Saldus – 220 km (137 miles)
- Saulkrasti to Bauska – 130 km (81 miles)
- Saulkrasti to Preiļi – 260 km (162 miles)
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