Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Ventspils
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Ventspils with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Ventspils area
This Ventspils map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Ventspils and surroundings
Overview of festivals and celebrations in Latvia
Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday are the days when Easter is celebrated in Latvia. They fall on the days between March 22 and April 25. Eggs are still often painted using onion peel, chamomile, and other natural dyes. It is believed that one who eats such an egg without salt will lie throughout the summer. People hit each other's eggs, and the ones whose eggs do not break are believed to live longer. … OpenPhotogallery of Ventspils sights
Our guide to Ventspils
Advices for travellers
5. Do not walk on the lawn and pick flowers in public parks. All plants and trees are protected. When you plan to make a picnic, make sure to use specially designated areas only. 6. The sale of alcohol is banned in all supermarkets and shops from 22:00 until 8:00. 7. When you plan to make a walk after sunset, it is recommended to use special light reflectors that are available in almost … Open
Hotels for romantic escape
Travelers who've long dreamed of spending vacations in a secluded setting will appreciate Brivdienu Maja Amrai Holiday House. It is designed for two persons and located in one of the most picturesque areas of the city. From the bustle of the surrounding streets, the cottage is safely hidden behind dense thickets of a garden. The house is decorated with very beautiful designer furniture and living plants, and a … Open
Stylish hotels
A modest and seemingly unremarkable at first glance, Viesu Nams Dzirkali also offers an original design and rooms decorated in different styles. Romantic double rooms are decorated in a black-and-white color scheme, adorned with skillful wall paintings. Colorful bed linens stand in contrast to the main interior idea. Besides cozy rooms full of designer decorations, the hotel is ready to offer customers individual … Open
Ventspils for children - what to visit
The most popular amusement park in the city is Ventspils Children’s Town. This is a real children’s playground, in which there is entertainment for everyone. There is a magnificent water park with swimming pools and a variety of water attractions, and there is a spacious playground on which kids can ride on miniature cars. Huge trampolines in the open air, a large selection of extreme ride and sports … Open
Travel guide to Ventspils
Lovers of natural attractions, too, will not be bored. They will be able to visit the Moricsala national reserve. The area of this reserve is more than 800 hectares. It is located on the island of Moritz and was founded in 1957. One of the main attractions of the reserve is the beautiful Lake Usma-See. Also, it is striking in the diversity of the plant world. In the reserve, there are fewer than one and a … Open
Traditions and mentality of Ventspils
Ventspils City Festival is a two day long event that remains one of the most popular and beloved celebrations among both locals and travelers. The holiday schedule is always packed with interesting activities that include the traditional Baltic Flower Carpet Festival and a glorious parade. During the City Festival, numerous squares in the central part of Ventspils become an open-air venue for performances of … Open