There are no high mountains in Latvia, but there are ski resorts. Why not, because in winter it stays frosty, there is a lot of good fluffy snow, and Latvians are still a thorough people. They wanted to, and they did. Latvia can be called skiing Latvia with a big stretch, so you will not find ski tours here.
The highest point of the country is the Gaisinkalns Mountains, it's only 312 meters and they ski from it all winter long. And not only. Ski vacation in Latvia is concentrated on the hills of the northern and central part of the country. So, ski resorts in Latvia. We have collected them for you.
In any of the resorts listed below you will find a good tourist infrastructure, flat skiing, artificial snowing in case of absence of the real one, and a lot of winter entertainment.
First of all Sigulda. The altitude difference here is only 90 meters, but still the town is considered the real ski center of Latvia. Look out for Lido Kalns near Vestiena and Baili near Valmiera. Sauleskalns is considered one of the best ski resorts in Latvia, with good elevators and slopes.
Then, Milzkalns and Riekstukalns are popular ski resorts in Latvia, located in close proximity to Riga.
There are famous trails Ozolkalns and Zagarkalns near Cesis. The Zviedru Cepure park near Sabile is interesting not only in winter, but also in summer. There are many attractions and opportunities for sports.
