Riga Freeport

Riga, Latvia

Riga Freeport, also known as Riga Port, is a major port on the east coast of the Baltic Sea located in the capital city of Latvia, Riga. Covering an area of 1962 hectares with a water area of 6348 hectares, Riga Freeport stretches for 15 kilometers along both banks of the Daugava River. The port specializes in handling transit cargoes to and from CIS countries, with main cargoes including coal, oil products, timber, fertilizer, and containers. In addition to being a key import hub, Riga Freeport is a significant player in the Baltic Sea region, ranking 4th in overall cargo turnover and 3rd in container freight turnover in 2012. Visitors to Riga can enjoy exploring the historic port area, taking boat tours on the Daugava River, visiting the Riga Freeport Authority Museum, and experiencing the bustling maritime activities of one of the oldest ports in the Baltic region. The port serves as a pivotal transportation hub connecting Northern Europe and offers various maritime and logistics services to support trade and commerce.

Location

City: Riga

Country: Latvia

Coordinates: 56.98000° N, 24.09278° E