Piejūra Nature Park

Piejūra Nature Park extends over 4,180 hectares along the Gulf of Riga, featuring forested coastal dunes, gray dunes, and boreal forest landscapes.

The park was established in 1964 to protect coastal ecosystems after decades of sand stabilization efforts through forestry works in the late 19th century.

The protected area serves as an educational center where visitors learn about Latvia's coastal environments through marked nature trails and information stations.

The park stretches 36.6 kilometers from Riga through Carnikava Municipality to Saulkrasti, offering multiple entry points and designated walking paths.

Lakes Ummis and Dziļcaurums within the park formed 4,000 to 6,000 years ago when ancient seas receded from this region.

Location: Riga

Location: Ādaži Municipality

Location: Saulkrasti Municipality

Inception: 1964

Website: https://daba.gov.lv/public/lat/iadt/dabas_parki/piejura

GPS coordinates: 57.12083,24.23111

Latest update: April 2, 2025 07:14