Cliffs in Gauja National Park: Cēsis – Valmiera

Arrive in Cēsis. The distance is ~3 km between the town centre and the start of the trail. You can either walk or call a taxi.

Practical info

• Road surface: Forest or country trails, gravel roads, wooden staircase at Ērģeļu Cliffs.


• Danger points: Some staircases and riverbank slopes in the ancient valley of the River Gauja may be slippery in wet weather, spring and winter. Be careful on the Ērģeļu Cliffs!


• Good to know! There are no shops on this section of the route. It is necessary to take lunch boxes.


• Accommodation: in “Caunītes” or private transfer to Cēsis and accommodation in Cēsis.