Want to know how to get to Latvia from the Scandinavian Peninsula? Depart from Sweden and, after visiting the lovely town of Nynäshamn, some 60 km from Stockholm, board one of the ferries to Ventspils! You will arrive comfortably on the country's northwest coast in the beautiful region of Courland.
Ventspils is one of the top tourist destinations in Latvia. Thanks to its long sandy beaches, it is mostly visited in summer. The city beach is equipped for bathing, has dedicated areas for surfers and a long promenade. If you happen to visit in winter, you can ski and practice other winter sports on the hill of Lemberga hĹŤte.
The town has medieval origins, its name meaning “castle on the Venta River”. It developed from the castle of the Order of Livonia, built 700 years ago. In 1997 it was restored and the tower was converted into a museum, while the rest of the castle regularly hosts concerts and exhibitions. The castle is definitely a must-see on your visit to Ventspils, as you stroll through the streets of the centre, always with the sea in sight. Another attraction not to be missed is the Market Square, where a traditional Latvian melody is played every hour by the carillon of the bell tower.
The port of Ventspils has the advantage of being ice-free throughout the year, so it is a crucial point for the country's maritime traffic. The ferry terminal is less than 1 kilometre from the city centre and opens every morning between 7 a.m. and 8 a.m., except on Sundays, when it opens at 12 p.m. It offers all essential services such as a ticket office, waiting room, free parking for short and long stays, a tourist office, free Wi-Fi, toilets with changing facilities and access for people with reduced mobility.
The Nynäshamn Ventspils ferry service is operated by the Stena Line ferry company. With around 10 sailings per week, both day and night, you can reach the Baltic country in 9 hours aboard large, comfortable ferries.
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