Castle Douglas
A community guide to Castle Douglas in Scotland, the United Kingdom.
- Population
- 4,070 residents
- Region
- Scotland
- Country
- the United Kingdom
- Coordinates
- 54.9410, -3.9278
Visiting
Castle Douglas welcomes visitors year-round. Points of interest in and around the community reflect the local character of this part of Scotland, and the surrounding region offers further opportunities for exploration. Accommodation, dining, and visitor services in Castle Douglas are available at the scale appropriate for a community of its size, with additional options in nearby places across Scotland. For travellers passing through the United Kingdom, Castle Douglas provides a snapshot of regional life worth a closer look.
Overview
Castle Douglas is a populated place in Scotland, the United Kingdom. The community supports 4,070 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Scotland. Its position within the broader regional network gives Castle Douglas a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Geography and location
Castle Douglas sits at approximate coordinates 54.9410 latitude and -3.9278 longitude within Scotland. The terrain and natural features around Castle Douglas reflect those typical of its part of the United Kingdom, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Scotland road network providing the principal routes in and out.