Venta Rapid, Waterfall on Venta River in Kuldīga, Latvia.
The Venta Rapid extends across 249 meters, making it the widest waterfall in Europe, with a height ranging between 1.8 and 2.2 meters.
In the 17th century, Duke Jacob Kettler attempted to create a bypass around the waterfall, but the project failed due to the hard dolomite bedrock.
The waterfall influenced the growth of Kuldīga as fishermen gathered there to catch salmon and other fish using traditional basket methods.
Visitors can access viewing points along both sides of the river and observe the waterfall from a brick bridge located 200 meters downstream.
During spring and autumn migrations, fish leap over the waterfall in their journey upstream, creating a natural spectacle for observers.
Location: Kuldīga
Part of: Venta
GPS coordinates: 56.96805,21.97925
Latest update: May 11, 2025 08:34
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