02/12/2025
The question I get asked most often is "When is the best time to visit Latvia?" and I always say "Summer". Latvia is a green oasis in Northern Europe, where forests, lakes, and sea know no bounds. Summer is the ideal time to enjoy countless outdoor activities like hiking along picturesque trails in Gauja National Park, cycling through forest paths, or relaxing peacefully on a boat.
Latvian summers are rich with fresh vegetables and fruits that will delight your taste buds. At local markets, taste juicy berries, crispy cucumbers, tomatoes, and other delights straight from the fields.
One of the most significant adventures during a trip to Latvia is Jāņi or Līgo – the most tradition-rich and joyful Latvian festival, eagerly anticipated every year. Celebrated at the summer solstice (June 23-24), when the Sun reaches its highest point in the sky, the longest day is followed by the shortest night, and nature is in full bloom. Bonfires, songs, dances, and Jāņu cheese.
