A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Sigulda vs. Lulea for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Sigulda or Lulea?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Sigulda and Lulea can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Sigulda or Lulea?

Sigulda

Only 50 kilometers from Riga, Sigulda can be reached by either train or bus. The town is pleasantly situated in the Vidzeme Region of Latvia in the beautiful Gauja Valley. The area is quite scenic with steep banks and cliffs, and has earned itself the title as the "Switzerland of Latvia." Don't put too much emphasis on this name, but it is a pleasant area to explore, particularly if you're looking to get outside of the city and immerse yourself in some pristine wilderness.

Lulea

Lulea is in northern Sweden, in Norrbotten. It's a mid sized city with about 70,000 residents. It also has a technical university, the Lulea University of Technology, which was created in 1971. The city of Lulea is located at the mouth of Lule River on the Gulf of Bothnia. The city's economy is focused on research, education, trade and services. The university's educational programs appeal to new businesses that range from local companies to multinational corporations. There is also a prominant IT sector in the city.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Sweden, and The Best Adventure Tours to Sweden.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sigulda and Lulea, we can see that Lulea is more expensive. And not only is Sigulda much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sigulda would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sigulda and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Lulea would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lulea than you might in Sigulda.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sigulda Expensive? and Is Lulea Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Sigulda or Lulea?

Lulea has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Sigulda. When comparing the sizes of Sigulda and Lulea, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.

When is the best time to visit Sigulda or Lulea?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Sigulda or Lulea in the Summer?

Both Lulea and Sigulda are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.

In July, Sigulda is generally around the same temperature as Lulea. Daily temperatures in Sigulda average around 17°C (63°F), and Lulea fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).

In July, Sigulda usually receives more rain than Lulea. Sigulda gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Lulea receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Sigulda or Lulea in the Autumn?

Both Lulea and Sigulda during the autumn are popular places to visit.

Lulea can be very cold during autumn. Sigulda is much warmer than Lulea in the autumn. The daily temperature in Sigulda averages around 7°C (45°F) in October, and Lulea fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).

Sigulda usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Lulea. Sigulda gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Lulea receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Sigulda or Lulea in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Sigulda and Lulea.

The weather in Lulea can be very cold. Sigulda can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Sigulda is much warmer than Lulea. Typically, the winter temperatures in Sigulda in January average around -5°C (23°F), and Lulea averages at about -12°C (10°F).

In January, Sigulda usually receives less rain than Lulea. Sigulda gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Lulea receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Sigulda or Lulea in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Sigulda as well as Lulea.

It's quite cold in Lulea in the spring. In April, Sigulda is generally much warmer than Lulea. Daily temperatures in Sigulda average around 5°C (42°F), and Lulea fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).

Sigulda usually gets more rain in April than Lulea. Sigulda gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Lulea receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Lulea and Sigulda