Camping in Latvia

6 campsites in Latvia

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Kazinči is home to Camping Siveri, an intimate site located in a wood and by Lake Siveri - one of Latvia's cleanest and largest lakes. The site has 54 pitches, of which 50 are for touring units and have a16-amp hook-up point. There are also 4 log cabins or rooms available to hire. This small, intimate site with sloping grounds offers spacious marked-out pitches with plenty of privacy and shade, making it a perfect location to enjoy a peaceful holiday.

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Usma Kempings
Latvia, Usma

Usma Camping is beside Lake Usma, the fourth largest lake in Latvia, which is used extensively for watersports. The site is attractively landscaped with a variety of shrubs, colourful flowers and trees. The pitches are on grassy fields with views of the lake, most being level and in the shade of mature trees. There are 16 electricity connections (16A). The site also has 10 cabins to rent. As with so many Baltic sites, the site mainly relies on income from its rental cabins and, as a result, toilet facilities for tourers are not extensive, but they are clean and adequate. A spa hotel has been built with a covered pool, three different saunas and a restaurant and bar and internet.

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Riga City Camping
Latvia, Riga

The old town of Riga is certainly well worth a visit and this new site provides the opportunity. Based on a small island in the Daugava River in a mixed urban area, this small site provides 100 touring pitches; all with electricity connections. Much of the old town has been rebuilt since the war and the informative and perhaps disturbing Museum of Occupation near the Town Hall is worth visiting as is the Art-Nouveau architecture of Riga’s residential area. The market, which occupies the former Zeppelin hangers, should also be seen. Latvia’s answer to fast food is also an essential part of your visit – ‘pelmeni’ (meat dumplings fried, boiled or swimming in soup) and pancakes are cheap, filling and tasty and are served throughout the town.

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Camping Verbelnieki
Latvia, Perkone

In the grounds of the Verbelnieki guesthouse, this site would be an ideal spot to enjoy the quiet beaches of the Baltic Sea. Verbelnieki is only 6 km. south of the impressive harbour town of Liepaja. The site is divided into four large, grassy fields with 200 unmarked touring pitches, although there are only eight electricity connections. However, since most visitors come to stay in the guesthouse, the campsite is rarely busy. Two fields have some shade from mature trees. It is only a 50-metre walk through the sand dunes to the beach, where you can enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets.

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Piejuras Camping
Latvia, Ventspils

Piejuras Camping is in the bustling seaside resort of Ventspils where the coastal area of the town has been attractively modernised. Pitching on site is in two areas, one next to reception opposite some cabins is used for caravans and motorhomes, the other, for tents, is under mature trees. In total, there are about 100 touring pitches including 30 for caravans and motorhomes with 16A electricity and water and four with drainage. At the rear of the site there is a large stage with picnic tables and a bar with covered terrace.

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Camping Radi
Latvia, Broceni

Beautifully located on the banks of a small lake, Camping Radi is attractively landscaped with flowers. It offers around 40 grassy touring pitches on sloping ground which include five level pitches for caravans and motorhomes with 16A electricity. Most pitches have good views over the lake. The welcoming Donga family who run this little site also run the adjoining guesthouse and conference centre. Most visitors in fact stay in the guesthouse, and with only a few campers, there are only two toilets and a shower available for touring units. If the site gets busy, campers can also use facilities in the guesthouse.

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Latvia

Situated on the eastern Baltic coast, Latvia offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, from walking and boating to skiing and wakeboarding. Its capital, Riga, sits astride the River Daugava and boasts architectural styles ranging from medieval to art nouveau.

While there is a cluster of campsites in Latvia that are centred around Riga, there are many to choose from in its spectacular countryside. Western Latvia (Kurzeme) is characterised by its forests and unspoilt coastline – an ideal place to get back to nature. The Liv Coast is of particular interest with its active lighthouse, quaint fishing villages and unique, quiet beaches.

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Basic Information

Capital Riga
Currency Euro (EUR)
Language(s) Latvian
Time Zones EET (UTC+2)
Summer (DST) EEST (UTC+03)
Telephone Code +371
Units Metric

EU Member Yes
Schengen Area Yes

Tourism Website www.latvia.eu

Latvia is a member of the European Union, and customs inspections are occasionally conducted on individuals and vehicles crossing the border to ensure compliance with Latvian regulations.

Shopping in Latvia

Latvia has it all for shopping, especially in Riga; you are spoilt for choosing where to go shopping. Many other areas in Latvia lack shopping centres, but they have supermarkets and small shops where you can get all your essentials and unique products. Many local markets also have small-scale businesses selling local produce and handmade items. Riga is one of Europe's most underrated capital cities, and those keen to experience it at its most magical should visit during the Christmas Market season. Riga’s atmosphere and vibe are unique and unrepeatable, as well as the city's architecture, cultural life, cuisine, and parks.

Riga Central Market is the largest marketplace in Europe and one of the best and most sophisticated. Located in the heart of Riga, this central market provides a diverse shopping experience. The market is located in the Old Riga area, along the banks of the Daugava River and adjacent to the Riga International Bus Terminal. The eye-catching thing about this market is the architecturally imposing food pavilion. Here you can buy homemade Latvian delicacies and produce. The Riga Central Market was registered under the UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998.

Kalnciema Street Market is one of the most popular market quarters in Latvia. This beautiful open-air market is located in the Riga area and has a beautiful wooden backdrop of the restored Kalnciema Quarter. This market quarter is a must-visit, with many local businesses offering food and fine wine. Kalnciema market also organises movie nights, concerts and many small festivals almost every week. If you want authentic Latvian souvenirs, hop by the Saturday pop-up market.

Money in Latvia

Latvia uses the euro as its official currency. It is advised to carry some cash, but ATMs are readily available in almost all towns and cities, although it is advisable to carry some cash, especially when visiting smaller towns and villages where card acceptance may be limited.

Public Holidays in Latvia

New Year's Day: 1st January
Good Friday, Easter Monday
Labour Day: 1st May
Declaration of Independence Day: 4th May
Midsummer Eve: 23rd June
Jāņi: 24th June
Public Holiday (Every five years): 10th July
National Day: 19th November
Christmas Eve: 24th December
Christmas Day: 25th December
Second Day of Christmas: 26th December
New Year's Eve: 31st December

Please note Some dates are moveable, so please check before travelling.

Driving in Latvia

Visitors to Latvia who wish to drive in the country must comply with the following requirements:

A valid driver's license: Visitors must have a valid driver's license from their home country.
Car insurance: Visitors must have valid car insurance for their vehicle, covering both the driver and passengers.
Road rules: In Latvia, you drive on the right and overtake on the left. Vehicles from the right and emergency vehicles have priority.
The use of seat belts is mandatory for all occupants of a vehicle. Visitors must follow traffic laws, including speed limits, traffic signals, and road sign's
Cars must keep headlights lit throughout the day. This is applicable all year round.
Safety equipment: Warning Triangle to be used in the event of your vehicle breaking down to warn other drivers, First aid kit, Fire extinguisher, reflective jacket and spare external light bulbs
Minimum driving age: The minimum driving age is 18 years old.
Alcohol law: The drink-drive limit is 0.05%. For novice drivers with less than 2 years experience, the limit is lower, at 0.02%.
Winter snow tyres are intended to be used from December to March.
All vehicles must have a valid vignette to pay toll fees electronically. This can be bought online and at petrol stations. The price depends on the amount of time you will be driving for.

Emergency Services

Latvia's emergency number for life-threatening emergencies.
To access police, ambulance, fire brigade, search & rescue: 112
Emergency medical assistance: 113
Police: 110

Weather in Latvia

RIGA WEATHER

Latvia has a temperate oceanic climate, with cool winters and mild pleasant summers. In winter, it sometimes gets as cold as -6°C. Continuous snow cover in Latvia averages around 82 days, with an average of 177 frost-free days yearly.

June, July and August are Latvia's warmest months, with average temperatures of 20°C to 22°C. Due to Latvia's proximity to the ocean, summers are somewhat rainy. The average annual rainfall in Riga is 630mm, with an average of 180 rainy days annually. The best month to swim in the sea is July, when the average sea temperature is 19.8°C.