No 50003
Active tour
Active tour Individual Latvia

The medieval castles and estates of Vidzeme

Practical information

Total distance cycling 213 km
  • Daily cycling: 29-60 km
  • Level of difficulty: easy
  • Surface: asphalt (85%) and gravel roads (15%)
  • Marked: Partly marked route with orange signs on day 4 from Valmiera to Cēsis

Please note, that there are some changes in accommodation places possible, because the castles and manors especially in summer weekends are often fully booked!

Type Description
Cycling
Cycling

Daily cycling: 29-60 km. Panoramic views of the ancient Gauja River Valley, most impressive medieval castles or their ruins, outstanding manor houses.

Ratings

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Level of difficulty
Easy

Certificates

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Environmental protection
Specially protected nature territories

The route passes through the Gauja National Park.