Lighthouses of Kurzeme

Lighthouses of Kurzeme

Through centuries lighthouses have gained almost mythical significance as beacons of safety and hope and sentinels against threats. Seafaring and fishery has always been an integral part of the Northern Kurzeme coastal inhabitants’ lives, therefore lighthouses in this area are a common sight – one can find more than 9 lighthouses from different historical periods…

Boat rides

Boat rides

Staying in Mazirbe gives you an excellent opportunity to combine relaxation by the Baltic Sea with active recreation in Irbe River. This river that gave name to the nearby Lielirbe village has many twists and turns and is recognized as one of the most interesting rivers in Kurzeme region. And it’s only a short drive…

Travelling by car

Travelling by car

Mazirbe is ideally located if you wish to travel around the Northern Kurzeme region. If you are coming to Mazirbe from Riga, take the highway along the sea shore (P128, P131, P124) and you’ll have the opportunity to see fishermen’s villages of the Gulf of Riga and the beauty of Latvian seaside. In Mazirbe area…

Livonian villages

Livonian villages

Livonians – one of the Finno-Ugrian nations of the Blatic Sea region once inhabited large part of the territory of Latvia, mostly in Northern Kurzeme and Vidzeme regions. As a homogenous ethnic group Livonians have survived the longest right here in Norther Kurzeme – an approximately 60 km [~ 37 miles] long and 2 –…

Biking routes

Biking routes

Wilderness, pine forests, forest trails, also the beach are perfectly suited for bike rides of various length and difficulty – from relaxed family trips to adrenaline fueled rides for experienced bikers. The vicinity of the holiday home “Mazirbes Dzelmes” offers different bike routes – ones that let you enjoy the nature, as well as ones…

Walking trails

Walking trails

The surroundings of our holiday home are perfect for taking a stroll as beautiful scenery awaits you in every direction – sea, forests and uninhibited nature. There are several well-kept and marked trails in the Slītere National Park and its area. Each trail has something unique to offer! Everyone will find the most suitable path…

Fishing

Fishing

Holiday home “Mazirbes Dzelmes” is the perfect place if you are a fishing enthusiast and even if you have not tried your luck with the fishing rod – the holiday home offers great opportunities for fishing in the Baltic Sea and the nearby Irbe River. When you are vacationing so close to waters, it would…