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Want to explore Latvia, the most creative of the Baltic countries? Take a ferry to Ventspils!
Ventspils is a city in western Latvia, located on the Baltic Sea at the mouth of the Venta River, from which it takes its name, and about 160 km from the capital Riga. Ventspils, due to its geographical location, has an important commercial port, ice-free all year round, allowing connections even in the winter months.
In the 1990s, the port of Ventspils started to serve passenger and vehicle routes with Sweden, and today, ferries from Ventspils connect Latvia to the port of Nynäshamn on the Swedish central coast in Stockholm County.
Crossings are made throughout the year by the Stena Line ferry company, which serves the route up to twice a day, both during the day and at night, taking between 9 and 10 hours.
The Ventspils ferry terminal is located close to the city centre, where travellers can find all essential services such as bars, restaurants, supermarkets, shops, petrol stations, banks, as well as hotels and tourist apartments.
Ventspils ferries About Ventspils
Ventspils is an old fishing town divided into two parts by the river Venta: 'Pilseta', which houses its castle, and 'Parventa'. Although small, Venspils has many points of interest. Start exploring one of Latvia's major cities!
➜ Start by strolling through the old town and Market Square, past cobbled streets and wooden houses. You can stop for a coffee in one of the many outdoor cafés or discover local handicrafts in the shops of the centre.
➜ Visit the old castle that houses the Ventspils Museum. You will find antique furniture and decorations and trace the 700-year history of the building. Finally, you can climb to the top floor and enjoy a panoramic view of the city.
➜ If you are a lover of ancient tradition, the Seaside Open Air Museum is the place for you. You can see historical artefacts, artistic and everyday objects from the local tradition, as well as real buildings such as traditional fishermen's huts and windmills.
➜ For a day of pure fun, the Ventspils Adventure Park and Water Park are ideal places for the whole family. At the Adventure Park you will find rope trails, bumper cars, ice skating rinks and much more. At the Water Park you will find swimming pools and water slides, for the enjoyment of children of all ages!
➜ If you want to relax or go surfing, head to the long stretch of white sandy beach in the western part of town. It is a huge beach, where you will always find a place for you and your family. In the cold season, you can walk along the dunes on the various paths.
➜ In addition, you will be just under 3 hours' drive from the beautiful capital Riga, where Art Nouveau architecture blends with medieval soul. You will reach Sigulda, an ancient city with two castles, one medieval and one Renaissance. Don't miss Turaida, whose historical centre is full of fairy-tale charm.
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How to reach the boardings
Address: Dārzu iela 6, Ventspils
GPS coordinates: 57°23'53.69''N 21°34'10.87''E
The port of Ventspils is a 7-minute walk from the bus stop and about 8 minutes by car from the city centre. You can easily reach it by car via the A10 road if you are coming from Riga or the P111 from Liepāja.
