STUDYTOUR #10
Ancient coastal fishing traditions and life in the smart village of Lapmežciems | hostess’s story and tasting at a family business that smokes fish according to traditional methods | guided tour of the Kaņieris Lake reed plankway and visit to the observation tower | a popular tourist “magnet” in the countryside – “The Upside Down House” | lunch at a rural restaurant in the middle of the forest | bare-foot trail and the open-air photo exhibition in the forest at “Valguma pasaulē” | sunset seashore walk to the restaurant | dinner at the fish restaurant “Bermudas”
Basic information
departure: 9:00 / arrival 20:00
meeting point: Jūrmala Hotel SPA
available places: 35
What to expect ...
We’ll begin our tour with a visit to the cosy seaside village Lapmežciems or “Jurciemi”(Seavillages), which is has gained Smart Village recognition. Their slogan says it all: “Jūrciemi – the real deal!”
Next we’ll peek into a cozy family fish-smoking workshop, hear local secrets, and taste their irresistibly smoky goodies.
Then it’s off to Lake Kaņieris, a lagoon full of magic and more than 200 bird species. Wander along the floating boardwalk and climb the bird tower for views that feel straight out of a nature film.
Next stop: a countryside world turned upside down – literally! The Upside-Down House (and garage!) promises laughter, quirky photos, and fun for all ages.
Lunch awaits deep in the forest by Lake Valgums, where you can stroll through an outdoor photo gallery or tiptoe along the barefoot trail. It’s nature-loving creativity at its best – no matter the season.
We’ll wrap up the day at the Baltic sea high shore called “Gausā jūdze” or “Slow mile” a coastal place historically known as a mile of thieves and pirates.
Today it is a well known hiking place embraced in green pine tree forest at the wide white sand beach. A genuine nature pearl.
And to finish on a delicious note: dinner at Bermudas, a warm, family-run fish restaurant serving top-notch dishes in stylish seaside comfort.
