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Salaspils, Salaspils Municipality, Latvia – Latvia Flag

Current Date And Time In Salaspils, Latvia

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
11:53:34 EEST
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EEST)
Population: 17,826
District: Salaspils

🗺 Map of Salaspils, Salaspils Municipality, Latvia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Salaspils, a city in Salaspils Municipality, Latvia, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Salaspils — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Salaspils.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Europe • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Latvia operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Salaspils, Salaspils Municipality

📍 LATITUDE
56.86°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
24.365°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)56.8601° N24.3654° E
Signed Decimal Degrees56.860124.3654
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)56° 51' 37" N24° 21' 56" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)56° 51.6084' N24° 21.9264' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Salaspils Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:42 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:12 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
15h 30m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:27 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Salaspils’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Salaspils’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
6,330 km
(3,933 mi) • Salaspils is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,483 km
(921 mi) • Salaspils is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
56.86° S, 155.635° W
The point exactly opposite Salaspils through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Salaspils, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 2,048 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Salaspils

📍 Location Details

CitySalaspils
StateSalaspils Municipality
CountryLatvia
ContinentEurope
DistrictSalaspils
Time Zone+02:00

📈 Area & Population

Population17,826
Area (km²)15.11 km²
Area (mi²)5.83 mi²
Pop. Density1,179.75 /km²
Elevation21 m / 69 ft
GPS (DD)56.8601, 24.3654

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Salaspils

Nearby Cities Found: 2 cities
Parent Country: Latvia
Neighboring Cities:

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 17,826
🏆 State Rank: #1 of 1 most populous in Salaspils Municipality
📏 Built-Up Area: 15.11 km²
👥 Population Density: 1,180 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Salaspils to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Salaspils Municipality.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
IkšķileOgreE9 km5 mi~9m🗺 View
ĶekavaĶekavaSW9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Salaspils to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Riga
18 km (11 mi)
NW of Salaspils • ~18m drive (straight-line)
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Riga International Airport
IATA: RIX
25 km (15 mi) from Salaspils
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🌍 Salaspils Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Salaspils Matter

The exact GPS location of Salaspils gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Salaspils Municipality. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Salaspils Municipality state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Salaspils Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Salaspils are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Salaspils

The satellite view of Salaspils lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Latvia map

🌎 Regional Position of Salaspils in Salaspils Municipality

Salaspils sits within Salaspils Municipality, Latvia, in the Europe region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Salaspils Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Salaspils for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Salaspils Municipality. › Browse every city in Salaspils Municipality

💻 Using Salaspils Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Salaspils in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Latvia. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Salaspils Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Salaspils directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Salaspils. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Salaspils Municipality CitiesAccess the full city directory for Salaspils Municipality ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Salaspils Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Salaspils?

The GPS coordinates of Salaspils are latitude 56.8601° and longitude 24.3654°. In directional format: 56.8601° N, 24.3654° E. These coordinates mark the center of Salaspils in Salaspils Municipality and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Salaspils located?

Salaspils is a city in Salaspils Municipality, Latvia, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Salaspils. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Salaspils?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Salaspils sits at: Latitude 56° 51' 37" N and Longitude 24° 21' 56" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Salaspils?

Salaspils has a population of approximately 17,826 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Salaspils Municipality.

🗺 How can I view Salaspils on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Salaspils is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 56.8601, 24.3654 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Salaspils in Salaspils Municipality. For broader context, explore the Salaspils Municipality state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Salaspils?

The nearest airport to Salaspils is Riga International Airport (RIX), roughly 25 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Salaspils?

Salaspils sits at an elevation of approximately 21 meters (69 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Salaspils Municipality.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Salaspils?

The closest cities to Salaspils include Ikšķile, Ķekava. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Salaspils today?

Today in Salaspils, sunrise is at 05:42 AM and sunset is at 09:12 PM, giving a day length of 15h 30m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Salaspils's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Salaspils from the Equator?

Salaspils is approximately 6,330 km (3,933 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,483 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Salaspils?

The antipodal point of Salaspils — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 2,048 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Salaspils from Riga, the capital of Latvia?

Salaspils is approximately 18 km (11 mi) NW of Riga, the national capital of Latvia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.