A wonderful country Latvia provides an opportunity for tourists who are going to visit it, to spend an exciting time in any season. In summer, you can fully relax and get better by going to one of the beach resorts, and winter is ideal for lovers of alpine skiing.
Ski resorts in Latvia
Picturesque natural landscapes of Latvia provide an opportunity not only to enjoy beach rest, but also to spend time with interest in the winter season at the ski resorts of the country. They will find a place for experienced skiers or snowboarders, as well as for beginners, as well as for fans of cross-country skiing. Among the most famous ski resorts in Latvia you can list the following:
- Bailey , a resort in Latvia, which is located near the city of Valmiera . This place can be recommended to those who recently got on skis, or just going to master this sport. Bailey is characterized by the presence of not very steep slopes, which are ideal for beginners. After the descent is very convenient to climb, thanks to the presence of many lifts. You can relax from an active holiday in one of the many restaurants or guest houses that offer a choice of a variety of national dishes.
- Kakisu Trase is a ski resort in Latvia, famous among snowboarders and professional skiers who prefer the free style. It is located about 50 km from Riga , so it is very convenient to get to it. The resort is famous for the fact that there are the steepest slopes in the country. It is ready to provide the most comfortable conditions for skiing, as there are many trails here, which excludes the presence of queues, the trails have an excellent snow cover. It will be interesting here not only for professionals, but for beginners, and even for children, for whom special programs are organized.
- Reina Trase - a resort popular among fans of cross-country skiing and snowboarders, for which there is a whole park that occupies a huge territory. In this place tournaments are held, so vacationers are given the opportunity to see ski marathons.
- Milzkalns is one of the most popular ski resorts in Latvia, which is located in the Enguri region. Provides a choice for holidaymakers 8 trails and 7 ski lifts, there is a hill for beginners, a park for snowboarders, equipped with a wide springboard, slide for sledding. Tourists will be able to stay directly on the territory of the resort, they are provided with a choice of a hotel "Milzkalns", which contains 17 rooms or a cottage "Līdakas", consisting of two log houses.
List of known ski slopes of Latvia can be supplemented with the following facilities:
- Zagarkalns - enjoys great popularity among Latvians, is located in Cesis , on the banks of Gauja , in Vidzeme;
- Ozolkalns - is considered to be the longest track in Latvia, located in Vidzeme;
- Gaizinkalns - known as the highest peak in Latvia , has slopes equipped for skiers and snowboarders, is located in Vidzeme;
- "Zviedru cepure" (translated as "Swedish Hat") - is located in Kurzeme, in the valley of Abava, which is known for its picturesque views. Therefore, you can not only ride here, but also enjoy the surrounding nature;
- "Lemberga hūte" (translated as "Hat of Lembergs") is an artificial mountain 50 meters high, located in Ventspils ;
- Egliukalns - ski resort, which is located at an altitude of 220 m above sea level in the immediate vicinity of Daugavpils ;
- You can also go skiing in the very center of Riga - in the Uzvaras park, also next to the capital is the Sigulda running track.
Beach and health resorts in Latvia
With the onset of the summer season, a lot of tourists rush to the territory of Latvia to stay at one of the many beach resorts and enjoy a holiday by the sea. Resorts in Latvia are famous for providing a whole range of health-improving procedures, which makes it possible not only to relax, but also to significantly improve their health. Among the most famous resorts you can list the following:
- Jurmala is the largest Baltic resort on the shores of the Gulf of Riga . Its length along the coast is about 30 km. The unique combination of sea and forest air has the most beneficial effect on the body, and due to the fact that Jurmala is characterized by shallow water, it is reasonably known as an excellent children's resort in Latvia. Jurmala consists of 15 villages, which can be called separate resort areas containing comfortable beaches for recreation. The most famous of them are: Maiori , Jaunkemeri , Dubulti , Dzintari , Pumpuri , Jomas , Vaivari . To get to Jurmala, you need to get by train, which follows from Riga. It will not make any trouble, since the trains depart regularly. Another option is to get by yourself on the car. In this case, during the period from April 1 to September 30, it will be necessary to pay an entry fee of 2 euros.
- Resort Kemeri - is located in Jurmala in the territory of a nature reserve. The date of its foundation is still in 1838, when a source of sulfuric waters was found in the manor of a local forester. The uniqueness of this place is explained by the presence of sources of sulphide sulfate-calcium water containing useful substances and microelements. Nearby there is also a deposit of peat mud Slokas, which is used for medical procedures. Arriving in Kemeri, tourists will be able to undergo full diagnostics in order to identify diseases and get qualified treatment through various procedures. So, you can name such types of popular methods of treatment: climatotherapy (thanks to the unique location of the resort, the proximity of the reserve has a beneficial effect on the respiratory system), balneotherapy (treatment with mineral waters, which are used as drinking therapy, as well as for contrast baths and underwater shower massage ), mud treatment (useful in diseases of the nervous system, musculoskeletal system, skin diseases, digestive organs). Kemeri is also known as a children's resort in Latvia. Here, effective treatment is carried out with the help of such methods as ergotherapy (used in children's cerebral palsy, animal therapy (rehabilitation with the help of animals) -includes canistherapy (treatment with dogs) and rittotherapy (treatment based on riding).
- Baldone Resort is famous for its mud cures, located in a picturesque park. The unique climate and numerous procedures allow to improve the state of the nervous system, get rid of diseases of the organs of movement and heart, gynecological problems. The hospital is located in the center of Latvia, which can be reached by public bus or car along the P91 or P98.
- Liepaja is a health-improving complex, located 200 km from the capital of the country. The resort differs from others in a peculiar climate, characterized by mild winters and cool summers. To come to Liepaja is recommended only from the end of May to avoid sudden spring frosts. Here you can go through wellness procedures and enjoy a beach holiday.
- Ventspils is the resort, which was the first to receive the cherished European "blue flag", demonstrating compliance with all necessary norms and the absence of any violations. The width of the beach is about 80 m, it is covered with fine white clean sand. Here you can not only enjoy beach rest, but also walk in the park, ride on water attractions, surf. In Ventspils, many children's towns, fascinating parks and a variety of water attractions are built.
- Saulkrasti or Sunny Beach - ideal for families with children, because it is characterized by a tranquil tranquil atmosphere and mild climate. Here you can not only devote time to beach rest, but also enjoy stunning scenic views. One of the local attractions is the White Dune - a place where newly married couples come to exchange rings.
- Cēsis - is located 90 km from the city of Vidzeme. The proximity of the National Park, in which coniferous trees grow, makes this place unique. Here you can relax on the beach and heal, thanks to the healing air. The area is incredibly picturesque, there are magnificent waterfalls, one of which is the highest in the whole country.