Sigulda is located in Sigulda Municipality, in the central part of Latvia along the Gauja River valley. It lies northeast of Riga and south of Cēsis, placing it within the Vidzeme region.
Location Map of Sigulda, Latvia
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Where is Sigulda Located?
Sigulda is located in Sigulda Municipality, in the central part of Latvia along the Gauja River valley. It lies northeast of Riga and south of Cēsis, placing it within the Vidzeme region.
The town covers an area of approximately 18 sq km (6.95 sq mi) and has a population of about 11,000 residents as per recent estimates.
Sigulda is known for its natural landscapes and historical sites. Key attractions include Gauja National Park, Sigulda Castle, Turaida Castle, Gutmanis Cave, Gauja River, and scenic viewpoints.
Sigulda, Latvia Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| City Name | Sigulda |
| Country | Latvia |
| Municipality | Sigulda Municipality |
| Region | Vidzeme (Central Latvia) |
| Established | Town rights granted in 1928 |
| Population | Approx. 11,000 (latest estimate) |
| Total Area | 18.00 sq km (6.95 sq mi) |
| Population Density | About 610 people per sq km |
| Coordinates | 57.1530° N, 24.8590° E |
| Time Zone | Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2) / Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3) |
| Postal Codes | LV-2150 |
| Area Code | +371 |
| Major Waterways | Gauja River |
| Transportation | Rail and road connections; located on Riga–Valmiera route |
| Famous For | Gauja National Park, castles, and adventure tourism |
| Top Attractions | Sigulda Castle, Turaida Castle, Gauja Valley, bobsleigh track |
| Official Website | https://www.sigulda.lv |
Distance from Sigulda to Major Cities in Latvia
- Sigulda to Riga – 50 km (31 miles)
- Sigulda to Valmiera – 80 km (50 miles)
- Sigulda to Cēsis – 50 km (31 miles)
- Sigulda to Sigulda – 0 km (0 miles)
- Sigulda to Limbaži – 90 km (56 miles)
- Sigulda to Saulkrasti – 60 km (37 miles)
- Sigulda to Ogre – 70 km (43 miles)
- Sigulda to Jelgava – 100 km (62 miles)
- Sigulda to Tukums – 120 km (75 miles)
- Sigulda to Ventspils – 230 km (143 miles)
- Sigulda to Liepāja – 270 km (168 miles)
- Sigulda to Daugavpils – 240 km (149 miles)
- Sigulda to Rēzekne – 280 km (174 miles)
- Sigulda to Jēkabpils – 160 km (99 miles)
- Sigulda to Gulbene – 150 km (93 miles)
- Sigulda to Madona – 130 km (81 miles)
- Sigulda to Kuldīga – 240 km (149 miles)
- Sigulda to Saldus – 220 km (137 miles)
- Sigulda to Bauska – 120 km (75 miles)
- Sigulda to Preiļi – 210 km (130 miles)
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