Why visit Vidzeme?

Vidzeme is Latvia in its purest, most natural and most historical form. Here you will discover the ancient forests of the Gauja River, medieval castles, leisurely villages and the touch of the sea breeze. Vidzeme attracts both those who are looking for silence and closeness to nature, as well as culture lovers, history researchers and lovers of active recreation.

Vidzeme’s untouched Baltic Sea beaches, Gauja National Park, Latvia’s oldest city Cēsis, stories of small breweries and rural flavors and coastal fish, the lamprey path. Bogs and nature reserves, bird watching trails in Northern Vidzeme and the special atmosphere of Vidzeme create the feeling that something truly Latvian is revealed here at every turn.