Salaspils is located in Salaspils Municipality, in the central part of Latvia along the Daugava River. It lies southeast of Riga and northwest of Ogre, placing it within the metropolitan area of the capital.
Location Map of Ralaspils, Latvia
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Where is Salaspils Located?
Salaspils is located in Salaspils Municipality, in the central part of Latvia along the Daugava River. It lies southeast of Riga and northwest of Ogre, placing it within the metropolitan area of the capital.
The town covers an area of approximately 12 sq km (4.63 sq mi) and has a population of about 18,000 residents as per recent estimates.
Salaspils is known for its historical memorial and riverside setting. Key attractions include Salaspils Memorial Ensemble, Daugava River, National Botanic Garden, local parks, museums, and scenic river views.
Salaspils, Latvia Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| City Name | Salaspils |
| Country | Latvia |
| Municipality | Salaspils Municipality |
| Region | Vidzeme (Central Latvia) |
| Established | Town rights granted in 1993; settlement dates back to medieval times |
| Population | Approx. 18,000 (latest estimate) |
| Total Area | 12.00 sq km (4.63 sq mi) |
| Population Density | About 1,500 people per sq km |
| Coordinates | 56.8600掳 N, 24.3500掳 E |
| Time Zone | Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2) / Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3) |
| Postal Codes | LV-2169 |
| Area Code | +371 |
| Major Waterways | Daugava River |
| Transportation | Rail and road connections; located near Riga |
| Famous For | Salaspils Memorial, botanical garden, and scientific institutes |
| Top Attractions | Salaspils Memorial Ensemble, National Botanic Garden, Daugava River views |
| Official Website | https://www.salaspils.lv |
Distance from Salaspils to Major Cities in Latvia
- Salaspils to Riga 鈥� 20 km (12 miles)
- Salaspils to Valmiera 鈥� 120 km (75 miles)
- Salaspils to C膿sis 鈥� 100 km (62 miles)
- Salaspils to Sigulda 鈥� 80 km (50 miles)
- Salaspils to Limba啪i 鈥� 110 km (68 miles)
- Salaspils to Saulkrasti 鈥� 90 km (56 miles)
- Salaspils to Ogre 鈥� 20 km (12 miles)
- Salaspils to Jelgava 鈥� 60 km (37 miles)
- Salaspils to Tukums 鈥� 90 km (56 miles)
- Salaspils to Ventspils 鈥� 210 km (130 miles)
- Salaspils to Liep膩ja 鈥� 260 km (162 miles)
- Salaspils to Daugavpils 鈥� 220 km (137 miles)
- Salaspils to R膿zekne 鈥� 260 km (162 miles)
- Salaspils to J膿kabpils 鈥� 130 km (81 miles)
- Salaspils to Gulbene 鈥� 200 km (124 miles)
- Salaspils to Madona 鈥� 150 km (93 miles)
- Salaspils to Kuld墨ga 鈥� 200 km (124 miles)
- Salaspils to Saldus 鈥� 180 km (112 miles)
- Salaspils to Bauska 鈥� 80 km (50 miles)
- Salaspils to Prei募i 鈥� 190 km (118 miles)
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