Vangaži is located in Ropaži Municipality, in the central part of Latvia. It lies northeast of Riga and southwest of Sigulda, placing it within the metropolitan area of the capital.
Location Map of Vangazi, Latvia
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Where is Vangaži Located?
Vangaži is located in Ropaži Municipality, in the central part of Latvia. It lies northeast of Riga and southwest of Sigulda, placing it within the metropolitan area of the capital.
The town covers an area of approximately 6 sq km (2.32 sq mi) and has a population of about 4,000 residents as per recent estimates.
Vangaži is known for its industrial background and natural surroundings. Key attractions include Vangaži Lake, local parks, nearby forests, walking trails, recreational areas, and scenic landscapes.
Vangaži, Latvia Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| City Name | Vangaži |
| Country | Latvia |
| Municipality | Ropaži Municipality |
| Region | Vidzeme (Central Latvia) |
| Established | Town rights granted in 1991; developed earlier as a workers' settlement |
| Population | Approx. 5,000 (latest estimate) |
| Total Area | 4.50 sq km (1.74 sq mi) |
| Population Density | About 1,110 people per sq km |
| Coordinates | 57.0430° N, 24.2800° E |
| Time Zone | Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2) / Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3) |
| Postal Codes | LV-2133 |
| Area Code | +371 |
| Major Waterways | Nearby small rivers and lakes |
| Transportation | Road connections; near Riga; limited public transport |
| Famous For | Suburban residential town, forested surroundings, and community life |
| Top Attractions | Local parks, nearby forest trails, recreational areas |
| Official Website | https://www.ropazi.lv |
Distance from Vangaži to Major Cities in Latvia
- Vangaži to Riga – 30 km (19 miles)
- Vangaži to Valmiera – 120 km (75 miles)
- Vangaži to Cēsis – 100 km (62 miles)
- Vangaži to Sigulda – 60 km (37 miles)
- Vangaži to Limbaži – 110 km (68 miles)
- Vangaži to Saulkrasti – 90 km (56 miles)
- Vangaži to Ogre – 50 km (31 miles)
- Vangaži to Jelgava – 60 km (37 miles)
- Vangaži to Tukums – 90 km (56 miles)
- Vangaži to Ventspils – 210 km (130 miles)
- Vangaži to Liepāja – 260 km (162 miles)
- Vangaži to Daugavpils – 220 km (137 miles)
- Vangaži to Rēzekne – 260 km (162 miles)
- Vangaži to Jēkabpils – 130 km (81 miles)
- Vangaži to Gulbene – 200 km (124 miles)
- Vangaži to Madona – 150 km (93 miles)
- Vangaži to Kuldīga – 200 km (124 miles)
- Vangaži to Saldus – 180 km (112 miles)
- Vangaži to Bauska – 80 km (50 miles)
- Vangaži to Preiļi – 190 km (118 miles)
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