Combine sightseeing with relaxation by the water – a comprehensive guide to summer cruises

Summer is the perfect time to get out of your routine and explore new and exciting places in Latvia. We offer ideas for trips that combine cultural and natural sightseeing with a relaxing holiday at a swimming pool. Choose one of our carefully selected places with bathing facilities and plan a relaxing day or even a weekend!

Recreation park “Laumas” (Īves par., Talsi novads)

Spacious territory with family-friendly picnic and play areas – after a stroll along the park’s alleys, you can relax by the nearby reservoir, where you can enjoy the sunset and the caress of the water.

Ciecere Nature Trail (Saldus)

Nature and water meet on the shores of Lake Ciecere: forest footbridges and viewing platforms offer the opportunity to observe birds and rare plants, and afterwards to refresh yourself in the lake or enjoy a sunbathing moment on the beach.

Jūrkalne beach and steep shore (Ventspils region)

The particularly impressive steep shore with geological outcrops invites to a short hike, while the sandy beach and the waves of the Baltic Sea provide a relaxing and enjoyable swim.

Sasmakas Lake beach (Valdemārpils, Talsi novads)

The clear and calm lake is a great choice for swimming and boating, while a stretch of trails through the marsh allows you to explore a unique habitat and its inhabitants.

Central beach of Stropu Lake (Daugavpils)

A wide and well-organised beach on the outskirts of the city – a perfect combination for an educational trip along the surrounding nature trails and relaxing by the water with all the amenities of sports grounds and cafes.

Ostrava bird-watching tower (Augšdaugava region)

The high platform of the tower offers a panoramic view over the wide floodplain of the Daugava, where after bird-watching you can go to the nearby river for a rest or a small boat trip.

Pasta Island (Jelgava)

A similar corner of paradise on the banks of the Lielupe River – a cycling or walking destination where a large green area alternates with a place to relax by the water and swim in a shallow, warm stretch of the river.

And much more on this page and on our platform…

Tips for planning the perfect day

• Start early – for most sights and beaches the best time is before 11am, when it’s not too hot and there are plenty of places available.
• Bring plenty of water and snacks – especially in the countryside where there are no cafés.

Enjoy the summer!