A curated guide to the best hikes in Latvia — detailed trail descriptions, maps, and tips for outdoor enthusiasts.
Garezers translates as “Long Lakes” — and once you’re walking alongside them, the name makes perfect sense. This 11 km loop from Lilaste combines the calm of three pine-fringed lakes with the openness of the Baltic Sea coast, and the whole thing is reachable by train from Riga without a car. It’s one of those…
Sigulda is arguably the most famous hiking destination in Latvia, and for good reason. While I love getting lost in the wilder, more remote ravines, sometimes a classic route is exactly what you need to recharge. This trail is a beautiful blend of Sigulda’s most iconic natural landmarks and its rich medieval history — an…
The Red Cliffs are one of those places I didn’t expect much from — a 2 km trail sounded almost too short to bother with. But the cliffs themselves are genuinely striking, the Rūcamavots spring is one of the most charming natural spots I’ve come across near Cēsis, and the open-air art exhibition in the…
The Dunika Bog boardwalk is one of the longest bog boardwalk trails in Europe, stretching for about 5 km in one direction. Because the trail is linear, the usual route is to hike it out and back, making the total distance around 10 km. The bog itself — known locally as Tīrspurvs — is estimated…
Purezers Trail is one of Latvia’s hidden natural gems. This scenic circular trail leads visitors around Purezers Lake, offering beautiful views of both the lake and the surrounding bog landscape. The trail is 3.5 km long and can be completed in a little over an hour. However, this is a place where the goal is…
The Lielie Kangari Bog Trail is one of the closest bog trails to Riga, offering a perfect escape to experience Latvia’s natural beauty. Right next to the trail, you’ll find a 33-metre-high observation tower — the second tallest metal tower in Latvia — providing sweeping views of the bog, Kangari Lake, and the surrounding forests….