Latvia boasts pristine nature, here are many options available for green tourism – simple walks in the woods, blue lakes, nature parks and adventures in the Latvian bogs. It is all here, enjoy and connect with nature! With almost 500 km of coast, Latvia has tons of beaches. There’s space for everyone.
Latvia is a great destination, if you would like to enjoy forests, rivers, swamps and the sea – Latvia is as beautiful as its nature! Therefore the best way to get to know the pristine nature and get on the move is to go hiking. Facilitated nature trails of various lengths are available throughout Latvia, and each of them has something special to offer. After the walk, you definitely have to explore the nearest cities, visit restaurants and cafés and see for yourself how hospitable and diverse Latvia is.
With around 50% of Latvia’s land covered in forest and over 500km of coastline, visitors have ample opportunity to admire the local flora and fauna.
The natural landscape provides a spectacular setting for boating, cycling, horse riding and other active outdoor pursuits. Did you know you can even take a dip in Europe’s widest waterfall.
There are four national parks in Latvia: In the Gauja National Park, you will discover a diverse world of plants and animals, amazing rocks, mysterious caves, lively streams. One of the most diverse and extensive areas of nature trails is Ķemeri National Park. The goal of this park is to preserve the values of nature, cultural history and culturology, as well as to promote environmental education and tourism.