Jurmala - Jurmała

Jurmala
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Country	Latvia
Region	Livonia
Surface	100 km²
Population	49 687
Postal Code	LV-2008, LV-2010, LV-2011, LV-2015, LV-2016
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Jurmala (flight. Jūrmala) - city na Latvia, in the central part of the country, on the border between Livonia and Courland, approx. 10 km north of Riga, on the Baltic Sea, a well-known health resort, located between the Gulf of Riga and the Lelupa River, consisting of a number of adjacent settlements, mainly holiday resorts, a separate town.

Characteristic

Jurmala, the pearl of Latvia, is the largest resort in the Baltic Sea. No other place has beaches with tens of kilometers of white fine sand. Nowhere else do pine trees in dunes purr so calmly. And the air is full of ozone and the freshness of the sea. Just behind the dunes is Jurmala with beautifully divided windows, porches and roof structures. Next to them there are contemporary buildings that blend in perfectly with the landscape.

Jurmala is a city on the top of the wave. A wave of achievement, hope, love and success. The waves in the Gulf of Riga, with their white crest, are calm and inviting. During autumn storms, they become harsh and set their own rhythm. It is 33 km long, between Lielupe, one of Latvia's main rivers, and the Gulf of Riga. At its narrowest point, it separates the river from the sea 300 meters.

There are many hotels and guesthouses in the city that offer the widest choice of tastes. There are pools with sea water and mineral water. Tennis courts and yacht clubs. Jurmala offers various cultural, recreational and sports activities. Favorites are traditional festivals - the Jomas Street Festival and the Fisherman's Festival, both taking place in July in the middle of summer. For unforgettable moments, take a summer ferry trip down the river Lielupe. The history of the city, along with people famous in Latvia, is visible in six museums, including one of the few open-air museums in Latvia. By walking the nature trails, you can get more wonderful sculpture, flora and fauna.

Jurmala is a beautiful and interesting place during the summer months, from June to August. The city is perfect for conferences and meetings.

Certainly every tourist and hospitality reception in Jurmala. Every moment in Jurmala gives you energy and lasts a long time.

Drive

1188.lv provides up-to-date bus and train timetables, route planning and prices.

By plane

The nearest airport is in Riga. From there, you can take the 241 minibus to the Imanta train station (10 minutes, 0.70 €) and continue by the suburban train to Majori station in the center of Jurmala (15 minutes, 2 €).

A direct taxi ride between Jurmala and the airport should cost around € 25.

By train

Jurmala is served by commuter trains on the Riga-Tukums route, departing approximately every 30 minutes from Riga Central Station (€ 2, 30 minutes). Jurmala has several stations, but Majori is the most centrally located.

By car

There is a fee of € 2 for entering Jurmala by car. Entry is monitored by cameras and vehicles entering the site without a valid ticket will be fined € 70.

By bus

• 1 Jurmala Bus Station (Jurmalas Autobusu parks), eruemeru iela 26, ☎ 371 67761558, e-mail: [email protected].

By ship

• 2 Jūrmalas Jahtklubs / Marina, Tīklu iela 10 (Local bus and train to Riga. Riga Airport - 14 km), ☎ 371 26613344, e-mail: [email protected]. VHF Channel: Ch. 12. Berth capacity: 80 m marina (pontoon), 30 boats. Depth at approach: 2.5–3.5 m. Depth nearby: 3.5–4.0 m. Neighboring marinas: Engure 25 NM, Riga-Auda 4 NM. Approach directions: From the Lielupe Safe Water buoy (57 ° 01.5 'N; 23 ° 55.64' E), go along the canal marked by side buoys to the mouth of the Lielupe River, then go to starboard on Channel 3 along the canal marked side buoys. The berths at the marina are on the right side of the river. Services: fresh water, toilet, disabled toilet, showers, sauna, 24/7 security, garbage collection, gray water from the tank removal, Internet, laundry, boat and SUP rental. Sandy beach nearby.

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Worth seeing

The city is characterized by wooden architecture with gingerbread accents, cottage-style buildings and resorts. The architecture of wood is its most unique feature. Only Lielupe, Pumpuri, Melluži, Vaivari and Sloka saved their wooden buildings of the railway station. 1 Dzintari concert hall was built on the site of the once famous Eidenburg amphitheater, where the Eidenburg resort opened in 1897. Today, it is the most popular concert venue with frequent international stars.

The most notable recreational area was the 2 Horn gardens (Horna dārzs), which hosted the first screening of the film in Jurmala and the first Latvian performance of symphonic music. Majori guesthouse was built next to the Horn gardens. Another historic building is Emīlija Rācene swimming center, built between 1911–1916 and used as a medical institution. 3 Sanatorium Marienbāde (Marienbades nams) built in 1870 is located on the border of Dubulti and Majori and was once a vast health and leisure center but has experienced several fires.

Jurmala is also home to Latvia's only equestrian therapy center, 4 Of the "Vaivari" National Rehabilitation Center. Driving in the late 19th century was a popular pastime in Jurmala, and people rode both the streets and the beach. After that, riding on the beach was forbidden. 5 Jurmala Ethnographic Museum houses examples of life that once existed in fishing villages along the coast. The characteristic 19th-century coastal fish farm includes a family home, barn, fish smokehouse, sauna and more. You can also visit a lacing workshop.

Activities

The beaches in Jurmala are amazing with breathtaking views of the bay as well as the pine forests along the coast. It is best known for the production of amber thanks to its unique landscape. There are several world-famous spas in Jurmala.

• Livu Akvaparks, 24 Viestura St, ☎ 371 67755636. Wed - Fri 12-22: 00, Sat 11-22: 00, Sun 11-21: 00. The biggest water attraction in Northern Europe.
• Dzintaru Mežaparks (Dzintari forest park). Includes lots of outdoor activities for kids. In winter, the park becomes a place for cross-country skiing

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Shopping

Jomas iela it has boutiques and shops oriented towards tourists.

Food

There are many expensive restaurants in Jurmala. You will have no trouble finding one.

• Kalnakrastu Rausu fabrika, Vienibas prospekts 35, ☎ 371 67752648. Mainly Latvian-style pastries and delicious pastries.
• (Cafe) Zem Buram, Vidus prospekts 38, ☎ 371 22026438, e-mail: [email protected]. 09: 00-23: 00. Friendly grill, European and vegetarian cuisine.

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Accommodation

• Nemo Camping, Atbalss 1 (100 meters to the sea), 371 67732350, 371 26100500. Open from May to September. Check-in: 16:00, check-out: 12:00. Tent, camping pitches and cottages for rent. Ratings aren't that great.
• 'Riga Beach Hostel', Dzintaru prospekts 50 (80 m from the beach), 371 28374185, 371 67751511. Check-in: 12:00, check-out: 12:00. € 9.
• Dzintari Park Hostel (Дзинтари Парк Хостел), Piestātnes iela 13 (6/14), ☎ 371 25131027, e-mail: [email protected]. Dorm from € 15.
• Majori Guesthouse, Omnibusa iela 13, ☎ 371 22066256. From 30 €.
• Pegasa Pils Spa Hotel, Juras 60, 37 371 67761149, e-mail: [email protected]. From € 52.
• Elina Hotel, Lienes iela 43, 37 371 29235230, 371 67761665. Check-in: at any time, check-out: at any time. 5 minutes from the beach, comfortable, clean, easy access to the beach and a good restaurant downstairs. From € 35.

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Where next

• Tukums - a city located about 70 km west of Riga. It's not exciting, but it's known for its parallels with the roses and the rose festival, as well as the nearby Cinevilla, the city's dummy and now an amusement park.
• Great Swamp Ķemeri - Ķemeri is the third largest national park in Latvia and is popular for its extensive moorland, moorland lakes, wooden footbridge, lookout tower, bird watching, moss, cranberries, wild plants.
• Liepaja and Ventspils - If you prefer a less crowded or even whiter and softer sandy beach, head to these western Latvian cities. They offer monuments, a beautiful city center and seaside parks.