Tukums is located in Tukums Municipality, in the western part of Latvia. It lies west of Riga and east of Talsi, placing it within the Kurzeme region.
Location Map of Tukums, Latvia
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Where is Tukums Located?
Tukums is located in Tukums Municipality, in the western part of Latvia. It lies west of Riga and east of Talsi, placing it within the Kurzeme region.
The town covers an area of approximately 13 sq km (5.02 sq mi) and has a population of about 18,000 residents as per recent estimates.
Tukums is known for its historic center and cultural sites. Key attractions include Tukums Old Town, Durbe Manor, local museums, parks, nearby forests, and surrounding countryside landscapes.
Tukums, Latvia Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| City Name | Tukums |
| Country | Latvia |
| Municipality | Tukums Municipality |
| Region | Courland (Western Latvia) |
| Established | Town rights granted in 1445 |
| Population | Approx. 18,000 (latest estimate) |
| Total Area | 13.20 sq km (5.10 sq mi) |
| Population Density | About 1,360 people per sq km |
| Coordinates | 56.9670掳 N, 23.1550掳 E |
| Time Zone | Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2) / Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3) |
| Postal Codes | LV-3101 to LV-3104 |
| Area Code | +371 |
| Major Waterways | Slocene River |
| Transportation | Rail and road connections; located near Riga |
| Famous For | Historic old town, museums, and cultural heritage |
| Top Attractions | Tukums Old Town, Tukums Museum, Durbe Palace, nearby nature areas |
| Official Website | https://www.tukums.lv |
Distance from Tukums to Major Cities in Latvia
- Tukums to Riga 鈥� 65 km (40 miles)
- Tukums to Valmiera 鈥� 180 km (112 miles)
- Tukums to C膿sis 鈥� 160 km (99 miles)
- Tukums to Sigulda 鈥� 140 km (87 miles)
- Tukums to Limba啪i 鈥� 160 km (99 miles)
- Tukums to Saulkrasti 鈥� 130 km (81 miles)
- Tukums to Ogre 鈥� 100 km (62 miles)
- Tukums to Jelgava 鈥� 60 km (37 miles)
- Tukums to Tukums 鈥� 0 km (0 miles)
- Tukums to Ventspils 鈥� 130 km (81 miles)
- Tukums to Liep膩ja 鈥� 180 km (112 miles)
- Tukums to Daugavpils 鈥� 260 km (162 miles)
- Tukums to R膿zekne 鈥� 300 km (186 miles)
- Tukums to J膿kabpils 鈥� 200 km (124 miles)
- Tukums to Gulbene 鈥� 260 km (162 miles)
- Tukums to Madona 鈥� 220 km (137 miles)
- Tukums to Kuld墨ga 鈥� 100 km (62 miles)
- Tukums to Saldus 鈥� 120 km (75 miles)
- Tukums to Bauska 鈥� 100 km (62 miles)
- Tukums to Prei募i 鈥� 240 km (149 miles)
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