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Jurmala

Jurmala is a resort city with ancient history, shrouded in Baltic legends and decorated with ancient architectural monuments. This is the largest and most famous city Baltic region, located in protected areas on the coast of the Gulf of Riga. Jurmala, which grew from a wooden fishing settlement, is now rightfully considered the main architectural monument of all of Latvia. But besides the magnificent architecture and beautiful nature, the resort invites its guests to experience the healing effects of its coniferous forests, mineral springs, mild climate and healing natural mud. The resort is year-round, and welcomes everyone who wants to have a good rest, develop culturally and improve their body.

History of Jurmala

Fishing settlements on the territory of modern Jurmala existed in prehistoric times. The first written evidence of the settlement dates back to the first half of the 13th century. As a resort, Jurmala began to take shape only in the 18th century, after joining Russian Empire. The local rich, aristocrats and landowners quickly became accustomed to going on vacation to the Riga coast. At first, taverns and fishermen's huts provided shelter for guests, but soon the construction of mansions and sanatoriums began. Already at the beginning of the 19th century, a regular route was laid to Jurmala. transport connection. Gradually, the Riga seaside became a favorite vacation spot and guests from all Russian provinces came here. Since mostly wealthy people came to the resort, the opening of special baths, and then hospitals, was not long in coming. Now the resort of Jurmala remains a great place for recovery and a quiet, relaxing holiday on the coast.

Sights of Jurmala

To explore the main cultural and architectural attractions of Jurmala, you do not need to have a guidebook or map. In fact, it’s enough just to walk along the streets of the town, for example, along the central Jomas street. The resort itself is an architectural monument, and its buildings in the historical part of the city are under the protection of local authorities. Taking a closer look at the facades of houses on the main streets, you can see the work of such famous architects as Laube and Medlinger, admire the lace carvings and classical stucco, admire the graceful balconies and characteristic southern city an abundance of flowers.

But it’s nice to have some landmarks in the city in the direction of which you will walk. We present to your attention a selection of the most popular and, in our opinion, interesting attractions of Jurmala.

Open Air Museum or Latvian Fisherman's Village

By visiting the ethnic museum, tourists will get an idea of ​​how the indigenous people of Jurmala used to live. Collected here rich collection household items, from boats and nets to anchors and household utensils. Museum visitors will be able to wander past the houses, go inside, look into the smokehouse or barn, visit the bathhouse and finally try a fish dish prepared right there.

City Museum

Visitors to the museum will learn everything about the history of the resort and its foundation, get acquainted with a collection of old photographs of vacationers and, most interestingly, visit the hall with finds of divers raised from the seabed.

Lutheran Church

In 1907, a beautiful Lutheran church appeared in Jurmala, built in the Gothic style according to the design of the architect Boxlaff. Architectural style reminiscent of the Gothic buildings of the Middle Ages with donjons and powerful fortress towers. The interior of the church also amazes with its decoration. Tourists will be interested to see the ancient organ and choir, made of dark wood.

House-museum of the poetess Aspasia

This poetic manor is of interest not only as the summer house of the famous Latvian poetess Elsa Rosenberg, but also as a historical building, made in the form of a small wooden castle. The facade of the dacha is decorated with patterned carvings, a gallery with columns and even a turret. Inside are collected the poetess’s personal belongings, as well as furniture and household items from the 19th century.

House of fairy tales

A unique park with an ethnic estate, romantically named “Ondine”. Guests of the park will be able to stroll along the paths, take a break from the bustling city and admire the carvings of the estate and sculptures decorating the paths. You can also find here interesting people, artists, performers and poets from all over the resort love to stroll through the fabulous territory in search of inspiration.

Exhibition hall of retro cars

Near the Dzintari concert hall, famous throughout the country, there is a hall in which a collection of retro cars is collected. Among the bright and stylish exhibits you can find truly exclusive models, for example, a limousine from the early 20th century. There is also a small collection here antique carriages and motorcycles.

In addition to the attractions, tourists will also find other attractions. variety of entertainment, events and concerts held annually in Jurmala. For example, in August, here you can take part in a parade of vintage cars, spend time in a huge water park, get a dose of extreme sports when visiting a prison museum, or go to the unusual museum of luminous paintings named after Ermolaev. IN concert hall“Dzintari” regularly hosts jazz, opera, and modern music concerts, which anyone can attend. You should not forget and be sure to take a photo with the main tourist monument, the symbol of the resort, a huge turtle made by sculptor Janis Bard. And very close you can take another photo or make an appointment at the Latvian Globe. The globe monument in Jurmala is the largest in the country, and in the evening it lights up with lights, clearly demonstrating all the capitals of the world.

How to get to Jurmala

When planning a trip to Jurmala, a traveler should think in advance about which transport will be more convenient and quicker for him to get to the resort. For example, many tourists from Moscow, Minsk, St. Petersburg travel by rail to Riga, and then by bus, minibus or train to the resort. Jurmala has a central railroad station Majori, where domestic trains arrive. It’s just worth noting that there is no such “Jurmala” stop, so tourists should check at the ticket office where to get a ticket. The resort of Jurmala corresponds to such train stops as Tukums, Sloka and Dubulti, depending on the area. If you don’t have anyone to ask, you can take a ticket to the central station of Jurmala Majori, from which you can easily get to your hotel by taxi or public transport.

Another option is to take a plane. From Russia you can get to Jurmala in 1-2 hours, depending on the flight and air carrier. Of course, traveling by plane will be more expensive than by train, but you can take a more economical ticket for a flight with transfers.

You can get to Jurmala and by tourist bus. This means of transportation is the cheapest, but then you should be prepared to travel in a sitting position for more than 12 hours. But bus services run regularly almost every day, so there is no need to book tickets in advance, there will always be a seat.

The most convenient way to get to your hotel in Jurmala from the airport or from the Riga train station is by ordering an individual transfer on our website. A trip from Riga airport to a Jurmala hotel, for example, will cost you 30 euros.

Asked a question: How to get from Riga to Jurmala on one's own?

I will try to help and answer the question in as much detail as possible. The information will be useful to all tourists who want to travel from Riga to Jurmala.

Dial departure station Riga and arrival station Majori. Choose from the proposed menu in Latvian. We will get the schedule of all trains in the Jurmala direction.

Jurmala Jurmala is one of the most famous and largest resort cities not only in Latvia, but also in the Baltic countries. Jurmala, is a city located near Riga, with a population of more than 55 thousand people. Translated from Latvian “Jurmala” means Juras mala “Edge of the sea!”

The land that is now the territory of Jurmala was in the past part of Riga. Some of its regions, in particular Sloka and Kemeri, were known as famous Latvian health resorts. When this land was under the rule of the Latvian Germans, it was called “Riga Beach”. But that's another story, and to the topic of the page no longer fits well. I'll leave it for next time.

Currently, modern Jurmala is the most famous and large resort Baltic states. The population in Jurmala increases in summer due to the many tourists who want to improve their health and relax. Popular among tourists is not only the mild, delicate climate of the city, but also the healing air, beautiful pine forests, mineral and mud springs. An important factor in attracting guests is the natural border of the city - the Lielupe River.

In order to get to this popular resort, you can also use buses coming from Riga, from the Riga bus station. In just 40 minutes you will be there. I’ll write about the bus later. It seems to me that this is not very convenient.

For fans of minibuses, you can also get there by this means of transport.

But personally, I recommend the train! Reliable. With a guarantee. Punctually. On weekends and good weather there will be a lot of people. But usually everything fits. On weekdays it’s more spacious. Most likely, someone else remembers the jam-packed trains to Jurmala in the days before 1991. Now this is no longer the case. Latvia in the EU.

How to get from Riga to Jurmala on your own, Erica Herman explained. Have I answered your question enough?

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Answers to your questions on the topic

How to get from Riga to Jurmala.

Is it possible to buy a ticket on the train?

The question is asked by Igor: 05-09-2012 18:45

— By train to Majori 30 minutes from the Riga railway station. The one-way fare was 1 Lats. (Now 1.40 Euro.) Round trip 1.95 Lats at the ticket office at the railway station. BUT, have you seen how many passengers pay the fare to the conductor?

Answer:

— Igor, Everything is correct! On the train, already in the carriage, you can buy a ticket directly from the conductor. This opportunity is provided for those passengers who are late and jump into the carriage without having time to go to the ticket office. Or someone who is very lazy and doesn’t really count money.

And at some small stations, ticket offices may be closed at late times. Now, either buy a ticket in advance, or pay with interest!

It will be cheaper to buy a ticket at the box office straight there and back!

Buy a ticket on the carriage at the conductor-controller it is possible, but it will be more expensive... About 30%.

How to get from the airport to Jaunkemeri?

Question from Alexander: 03-10-2012 21:54

- Thank you. How to get from the airport to Jaunkemeri?

Reply to Alexander:

Alexander, greetings.
There is no direct transport from the airport to Jaunkumeri. Apparently, it’s a taxi. You can first go to the center of Riga, then by minibus. In any case, only with a transfer... I would rather order a transfer.
Jaunkumeri, a sanatorium?
Try to order: Jaunkumeri Center provides, upon prior reservation, meeting and sending guests from Riga airport and railway station (price for transfer from the arrival point to the Jaunkemeri Cultural Center and back - 40.00 EUR).
http://www.jaunkemeri.lv/ru/kaa-nokljuut-3169

Or get to Riga and take a minibus there. If you're not lazy and don't have enough luggage. The route is convenient. New. Budget-friendly option! :)))

Jurmala in autumn. Sea.

Latvia - a country near the coast Baltic Sea where is the largest resort town among residents of the Baltic states and Russia - Jurmala. This city stretches along the shores of the Gulf of Riga. During the summer season, many humorous and music festivals, concerts and other entertainment events for vacationers from many CIS countries.

Resort area for children and adults

Almost the entire city is one large resort area; for children there is the following list of active entertainment:

• roller skating;
• skating;
• cycling;
• sport competitions;
• adventure park "Tarzan";
• water skiing, jet skiing and wakeboarding;
• swimming in the pool and in the sea;
• children's playgrounds coastline.

And for adults there is a huge variety of relaxation styles:

• excursions to the natural beauty of the coastal city;
• hiking trips;
• cycling;
• wellness treatments and spa;
• beach holiday;
• outdoor recreation (camping).

Where is

The best place to look for outdoor recreation, breathe pine air and go hiking is in national parks Priedaine and Kemeri.

Summer holidays in Jurmala mean, first of all, beach activities, which you can find along the entire coastline of the resort. Best beaches concentrated in the central regions of Dzintari, Bulduri, Majori. Health resorts and resort rehabilitation centers are concentrated in Vaivari and Jaunkemeri.

Jurmala Map

How to get there from Moscow

Directly from Moscow to Jurmala can only be reached by car; for those who do not have their own transport, there are standard flights from Moscow to Riga, and then from Riga to Jurmala.

Travel by car

There is a fee of 2 euros to enter the region by car during the holiday season; payment is made at special machines upon entry. Parking within the city is free.

A trip under your own power from Moscow to Jurmala takes less than a day, about 15-20 hours, it all depends on the speed of travel and the duration of passport control at the border.

Here are a few points to consider first:

• visa. Latvia is in the Schengen area, so you should apply for a Schengen visa first. The cost of standard visa processing costs 35 euros or 70 to speed up the process;
• documentation. Regardless of the route, you will need documents to cross the border;
• GPS navigator- the best and safest way to choose a route for a trip and not get lost in the nooks and crannies of your native or foreign country;
• refueling Be sure to think about where and how to fill the tank before your trip;
• rules traffic. Study the Latvian traffic rules, as a European driver, for example, must always give priority to cyclists and pedestrians.

Railroad trip
In Moscow, train 001Р departs from Rizhsky Station, departing at 17:05 Moscow time and arriving at Riga Passenger Station at 9:17 local time. You can book and buy a ticket on any resource convenient for you or at the station ticket office; the ticket price can vary from 2 to 45 thousand rubles depending on the ticket class and departure date.

Latvia is in the EEST +2 time zone - Eastern European Time, but in the summer (April-November) switches to EEST +3 summer time.

By plane
Every day there are flights from Moscow to Riga at any time of the day or night, the choice is very large. On or on another resource convenient for you, you can select the time, airline, date, cost and other services and amenities. The flight time takes only 1 hour 45 minutes, and tickets cost from 5-6 thousand rubles.

By bus
The Norma-A bus departs every day from Tushino station at 20:45 from Moscow and arrives at the Riga bus station at 10:15. You will spend 13-14 hours on the way, the ticket price will be 3500-4500 rubles.

From Riga to Jurmala
You can get from the capital of Latvia to Jurmala by train, which departs from the only railway station in Riga. There are three stations in Jurmala where you can get off, depending on the area you have chosen for your stay: Dubulti, Sloku, Tukums.
You can also rent a bicycle at a special bicycle parking lot or rent a car, which is available near the airport and train station. Or take a boat ride on the Lielupe River; the ship arrives in Jurmala at Majori station.

The Jurmala stop does not exist, so look on the map in advance to see which stop is most convenient for you to get off at.

Districts of Jurmala

The city is conventionally divided into 12 districts, each of which has its own characteristics, its own attractions and its own type of recreation.

• Priedaine- the village is located along the Lielupe River and is a little distant from the Gulf of Riga. There are many summer cottages and individual cottages; the village is perfect for outdoor recreation.
• Lielupe- well suited for sports recreation, for those who like to walk and hike. The area is adjacent to both the sea line and the river line, and on its territory there is a large natural Park.
• Bulduri, Majori and Dzintari- the most popular villages of Jurmala, since they are concentrated here active entertainment, nightclubs, restaurants and museums, as well as beach recreation in the form of a variety of water parks and free white sand beaches.
• Dubulti, Pumpuri, Melluzhi and Asari- areas on the coast of the Gulf of Riga that are intended for beach holidays.
• Yaundubulti A very green area, it will be most comfortable to relax in the forest here.
• Sloka. Here it is administrative center city, many indoor recreational facilities.
• Kemeri. Kemeri is home to several sanatoriums and the largest national park; the area is perfect for a health trip.

Weather and climatic conditions

Latvia is located in a temperate climate zone, so Jurmala in summer is a warm, but not hot city. It is quite rainy here at any time of the year, the amount of precipitation, on average, can reach 70 mm per month, but at the same time precipitation favorably alternates with sunny days. The climate here is considered the mildest and beneficial for blood vessels and lungs, although it may not be suitable for lovers of hot and dry resorts.

Water temperature

Many tourists go to the resort not knowing how cool the sea is in Jurmala, but the general climate of the resort is in perfect harmony with the water temperature in the Gulf of Riga. It can fluctuate from month to month; the water begins to heat up by the end of May or even by mid-June. Maximum temperature +18…+22 °C daily. It may seem that this is too cool, but such water is considered the most useful for swimming, so it is recommended to go on holiday to Jurmala from the end of June to the end of August.

Air temperature

The average maximum air temperature in the hottest month (July) fluctuates around +22 °C, but with high humidity of 80-85% it feels like +27...+30 °C. This combination creates a warm, sometimes hot, but not suffocating effect, ideal for vacationers. During December-February, as a rule, snow falls and remains until the beginning of March, while the air temperature does not fall below -10...-15 °C. In winter in Jurmala, the average minimum temperature in the coldest month (February) is only -7...-8 °C.

Top attractions in Jurmala

From museums to natural parks and cultural historical values this city will not leave any ruler bored; everyone will find objects of interest.

• Jurmala Museum under open air is located at the very beginning of the city, where the Lielupe flows into the Baltic Sea. This museum is free and you can learn a lot about the life of fishermen in the late 19th century.
• Even if you are not religious, the Gothic Evangelical Lutheran churches of Dubulti and Bulduri are still worth noting.
• White Dune in Priedaine - natural monument, the dune is special in that it is perpendicular to the line of the sea and from here a beautiful view of the river opens.
• Concert hall “Dizntari”, which hosts almost all the most popular concerts and festivals in Jurmala.
• Europe's largest water park, Livu, is ideal for visiting with children.
• Ragakapa Nature Park and National Park Kemeri is considered the most mysterious and beautiful sights of Jurmala. Their visit carries an educational and healing meaning, thanks to the pine trees and salty sea air.

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Majori, Dzintrai, Bulduri and other beaches

The beaches of Jurmala, famous for their snow-white quartz sand, are European-style clean and well-groomed. Of the 11 villages of Jurmala, Dzintari, Bulduri, Majori, Jaunkemeri and Dubulti have a blue flag - a sign of cleanliness and compliance with international sanitary standards. The sea level along almost the entire coast is quite shallow - it takes several minutes to go to the depths.

• Maiori has a large stage for festivals, a sports ground for a variety of sports activities, and a river pier.
• The beaches of Jaunkemeri, Kauguri and Vaivari are equipped for people with disabilities.
• In Dzintari there is a concert hall right on the shore.
• Bulduri Beach is more suitable for relaxing holiday and even tanning.

Almost along the entire 25-kilometer coastline there are coastal cafes and restaurants, small swimming pools, waterslides, rental of water skis, motorcycles. Every summer season, local or international sports competitions (for example, volleyball and tennis) and races are held on the Jurmala coastline. In winter, the beach turns into a snowy ski area.

Leisure

Among large quantity possible options It is worth noting the most interesting ones, like the Jūrmalas Tarzāns adventure park in Dzintari. This park is equipped with obstacles on the ground and on tree branches, and is equipped with an imitation of wild natural conditions.
For lovers hiking trips there is the large Ķemeri National Park with trails through the swamp and the Rogakapa Nature Park for a walk or jog through the pine thickets.
In Priedaine there is the Jurmala water ski park, and at the Majori sports ground you can go roller skating. You can also rent a bicycle in any area of ​​Jurmala and navigate cycling route with the help of a consultant at the tourist information support office.

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Nightlife in Jurmala

Despite the fact that Europeans do not like to work after 18:00 and on weekends, most establishments in Jurmala are open around the clock. At night you can catch transport, rent a car or bicycle, attend a concert, cinema, performance of street performers on the beach or on main street Majori. On the main website of Jurmala https://www.visitjurmala.lv/ru/delai/meroprijtij/ you can track a list of all events.

Among the nightclubs and bars of Jurmala, which are located along the entire coast and in the central areas, it is worth noting the Black Magic bar because of its interesting interior design. Also, almost every hotel has a night bar and dance floor.

Accommodation and meals

If you are traveling on your own, then a seaside holiday in Jurmala will not be complete without renting accommodation. The most expensive type of overnight accommodation is renting apartments and hotel rooms. Next come sanatoriums and rehabilitation centers, where you can order not only overnight accommodation, but also a list of health procedures. A more budget option would be guest houses and hostels. Such housing is rented on the principle of a commune (dormitory) with shared kitchens, showers and sometimes shared rooms for a group of up to 20-30 people. For outdoor recreation in Jurmala there are several campsites - these are small tourist centers, located either on the banks of the Lielupe River or in the depths of pine forests.

In Latvia it is prohibited to drink alcohol in public places. Smoking in public places is punishable by a fine.

Car rental and transport

In Jurmala, in addition to walking, of course, there are other ways to get around:

• Taxi. Taxis in Latvia are of the European type, they all have checkers, each car has a telephone number and tariffs for travel, landing and 1 km/h printed on them. On average, a taxi costs 1.5 euros for boarding and half a euro for 1 km/h, plus 10 euros per hour for waiting.
• bike. Rental cost 1-2 euros per hour;
• public transport. An unlimited ticket for a day costs 5 euros, without it a single trip costs 1-2 euros;
• car rental. The average cost of renting a car can cost 20-30 euros per day.

Cafes and restaurants

Jurmala abounds in restaurants and cafes, both in the city center and on the coastline. Majori, Bulduri and Dzintari are the most expensive areas of Jurmala, so there are more restaurants and classic cafes here. On the beach, along the entire length of 25 kilometers, there are beach cafes, bars and restaurants with nightclubs. You can find more casual cafes and bakeries throughout the city, and bistros are also popular in Jurmala. In the bistro you can have breakfast, lunch and dinner, like a business lunch; almost all establishments have vegetarian cuisine and their own baked goods. During the season, most cafes and restaurants open a summer terrace.

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Baltic resort hotels

Shopping

During excursions and visiting museums you will find an abundance of souvenirs, but the focus of tourist shopping is on Yommas Street. This pedestrian street is the most old street Jurmala, it is located in the village of Majori. There are many different shops, boutiques and cafes, as well as souvenir shops and street exhibitions of artists and other craftsmen.

In Jurmala, anyone can find the perfect way to relax: there is something to see, where to go, where to swim, lie down or ride. The resort, in a European way, tries to take care of all possible interests, from active to passive. That is why it is worth coming here at least once in your life to fall in love and come back again.

It’s like endless wide sandy beaches, warmed by gentle sunlight, and the sea indistinguishably meeting the sky on the horizon... Jurmala.

How to get from Moscow to Jurmala

You can get from Moscow to Jurmala or from St. Petersburg to Jurmala directly only by car. All transport, such as plane, train or bus, comes to Riga or its surroundings, from where you will have to get to the golden beaches on your own. I will tell you how to do this below, and I described how to get from Moscow or St. Petersburg to Riga in.

How to get from Riga to Jurmala

Jurmala is translated as Seaside. Sea shore. Jura-sea, mala-shore.

In order to get to Jurmala, first you need to get to the central station - the heart of all directions!

Riga-Jurmala map:

First to the railway station

To travel to the central station, we need to find a stop and wait for the transport that suits us.

There are several options:

• You can download a special Transport in Riga program to your phone, which will calculate the optimal route (with or without transfers) and tell you the direction of the nearest stop. However, this application can only be used by owners of Android smartphones.

• You can ask any passerby or at any retail outlet, where they will most likely tell you in pure Russian where to go. In a good sense of the word.

The street in Latvian is translated as iela. Our stop - Stop Central station- Centrālā stacija (sounds like “Central Station”).

How to get to Jurmala from the Central Station

The central station is located on the square and is clearly visible. How to get from Riga railway station to Jurmala? Again there are several options:

• There are taxi cars near Central Station. You can get to Jurmala on it, but it will cost you about 3,000 rubles. An unreasonable price for the route, considering that there will be nothing to look out of the window.

• Opposite the railway station there is a bus stop and shuttle buses, which go in the direction of Jurmala every 10 minutes, the ride takes about 30-35 minutes. 1.24 € - in the hands of the driver. Cons: you most likely won’t see anything except the forest, plus you might get stuck in a traffic jam.

• The best choice for traveling to Jurmala from Riga is by train. In order to buy a ticket, you need to go straight to the station building and go straight to the ticket office. The ticket price varies around 1.50€.

You will not see the Riga-Jurmala train in the route schedule, so confusion may arise. The railway line passes through Jurmala, you need to look at the directions to Sloka, Tukums or Dubulti, at the ticket office you can simply say that you need to go to Jurmala.

The route to Jurmala is shown in blue on the map:

Advantageous options for train tickets

Buying a round trip ticket straight away will be ten cents cheaper. If you plan to travel, for example, a week in one direction, it is more profitable to take a ticket intended for this. A ticket is purchased to a specific station. I advise you to go to Dzintari or - this is the very center. From Riga to Jurmala it is approximately 39 kilometers.

We're going by train to Jurmala

Finding the right platform is not difficult. Usually, from one platform, trains go in one direction. Everything around is clean and beautiful, equipped with benches. You can sit, but sit and smoke - no. You can't smoke at all in Riga. Maybe somewhere it’s possible, but at the station it’s definitely not possible. The carriage arrives one minute according to schedule.

In general, as I understand it, being punctual in Riga is beneficial. On the train, again, there is an on-site ticketing system, at the controller who checks tickets. The price is 30% higher than the box office ticket. You can bribe the controller if you decide to go further than indicated on the ticket. Just kidding, it's legal :)

You need to sit on the “right” side of the train

This is where the fun comes in! I sat on the left side of the carriage, facing the direction of travel. Most of the motley foreign-speaking, tourist-looking individuals sat on the right and took out their gadgets. Maybe a tourist group? No! When the train started moving and we began to cross the river (the same Dvina, which I have already talked about several times), on the right there opened up a beautiful view of the famous “postcard Riga” with the towers of the cathedrals of the old city, with a view of the Dome Cathedral and the Church of the Saint and the magnificent bridges thrown across the river by the hand of Riga architects. And how beautifully the city twinkles at night with a string of lights! Everyone started filming, and I couldn’t resist either.

How to get to Jurmala from Zadvinye

Having crossed the bridge, we found ourselves in the western region of Riga. The railway line passing through Jurmala has many stops - stations where the train stops. There are also several stops in the western district of Riga - Zadvinje, so those living there do not need to go to the station in the center, but can get on at the nearest station.

Visit Jurmala in the most rewarding way

From the Imanta station, along the strip of forest next to the tracks, the ribbon of a bicycle path began to flash. You can also get to Jurmala by bicycle. You should pick up a bicycle, for example, at a special station near the path. You throw a coin into the machine - the vehicle will “unhook” from it and you can pick it up. The return of transport is carried out to any similar station near your location.

Desperate cyclists, sometimes even in groups in full sports gear, follow the train to the intersection with the Lielupe River, board the train, cross the river and move on. This is some useful entertainment.

By the way, the carriage has compact racks for bicycles located near the entrance. Cyclists drag their two-wheeled vehicle into the carriage, in which the controller necessarily helps them, and vertically place their vehicle in them.

Welcome to Jurmala!

We enter Jurmala from the Priedaine stop - this is the very first station, but it is far enough from the coast of Jurmala and there is no point in getting off there. Sandy beaches begin after we cross the Lielupe River and get to the village of the same name. When we cross the river, we see many parked boats and yachts - Lielupe is rich in yacht clubs.

Dzintari and are the most active tourist spots in Jurmala. Here is one of the popular ones walking routes both tourists and Latvians: we get off at Dzintari station, go down to the beach and walk along the sand to . From there you can go back to Dzintari along Jomas Street - business card Jurmala. On this street there are many shops with souvenirs, restaurants and cafes where you can refresh yourself before returning home.

To get to the popular Baltic resort, you first need to get to Riga. There will be no difficulties in covering the last 30 km. There are a lot of buses running from the city center to Jurmala, but most tourists prefer to get to the resort by taxi.

From Moscow to Riga you can get:

• by train;
• by plane;
• by bus;
• by car;

Bus and railway stations are located in the city center. From here you will need to choose a convenient type of transport and get to Jurmala:

We're going by train

A night train operated by Latvijas Express runs between Moscow and Riga once a day. Tickets can be purchased at the railway station ticket office or online.

The train has three types of cars:

• general;
• reserved seat;
• coupe;
• luxury;
• soft;

The journey time is about 16 hours, so it is better not to buy tickets for a general carriage.

We fly by plane

An airplane is the fastest and quite often the most cheap way get to Riga. But the cost of a taxi from Riga airport to Jurmala must be added to the price of the air ticket.

There are no budget taxi stands at Riga airport (the nearest one is a 10-minute walk), so if you plan to get there public transport, the car is better. The driver will arrive at your arrival signal and pick you up at the door of the arrivals area.

We're going by bus

The bus is a faster and more economical, but less comfortable way to get to Riga from Moscow. The trip will take about 13 hours (3 hours less than by train).

We get there by our own car

There is a fee to enter Jurmala. Before the bridge to Jurmala, you need to turn right from the first lane to pay for the pass through the terminals.

You can get to Riga by car either directly from Russia or through Belarus.

The 920 km long M9 highway leads to the capital of Latvia. The journey takes about 12 hours, this time without stops. However, it should be taken into account that waiting at the border will add more than one hour to the duration of the trip.

The congestion at the Russian-Latvian border is quite high.

The queue at the border checkpoints located in the Vitebsk region of the Republic of Belarus is much shorter. The distance along the M1 highway increases by about 90 km, but you can get to Riga faster, since the total duration of the trip is reduced due to less time at the border. After Smolensk, you need to choose the route to Vitebsk, and when entering the territory of Belarus, choose the P20 or P21 highway.