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There are many places to go nature hiking in the area of Tukums. You can go on shorter walks right here on the outskirts of the town towards Lake Melnezers, explore the area of Buck’s Hill, the banks of Viesata River, or go to a special nature territory, such as the Ķemeri National Park, the nature park “Lake Engure” or “Ancient Abava River Valley”. But where to experience the first blossoms of the spring?

In the Vicinity of Tukums

Close to Tukums, you can experience liverleaf blossoming time in the legendary area of Lake Melnezers, which is found in the nook of a forest right on the boundary with Tukums town. This is a popular place among locals of Tukums to relax and go on walks. There are also marked trails for hikers, Nordic walkers and runners. Address: End of Melnezers Street, Tukums

The owners of recreation centre “Sveikuļi” proudly showcase their earliest-to-blossom liverleaf flowers every year. Here, the nature trail near Tukums, suitable for for a walk or a brisk hike, is approximately 3 km long. While on the trail, you will have a chance to see Lake Jumprava, beaver dams of Vaļezers Lake, and coastal cliffs or micro-alpine landscapes. More information is available by calling 29232026. Address: “Sveikuļi”, Tume rural municipality, Tukums municipality

It is also worth visiting Durbe Manor Parkduring the liverleaf blossoming season. The park was created as an English landscape park with large tree-covered areas mixed with small clusters and free standing trees, which together with small ponds, uneven terrain and a web of winding footpaths create an inimitable scenery. The park features a rotunda and a stone bridge over a ravine, as well as the large Durbe Open-Air Stage. Address: 7 Mazā Parka Street, Tukums

Near Tukums

Jāņupīte Nature Trail on the way between Brizule and Dzirciems is a 1.1 km long walking trail and a recreation spot in the forest with several stepped climbs and bridges to enjoy the springtime atmosphere. The valleys and hills in the spring are sprinkled with liverleaf blossoms. As you walk the trail, you can see the diversity of plants, moss, lichen and insects, heritage trees, age-old wind-felled trees, the steep banks of Jāņupīte stream. As the car has to be parked some way from the trail, the total length of the walk will be 2 km. Address: “Jānīši Road”, Dzirciems, Zentene rural municipality, Tukums municipality

The liverleaf blossoming season can be appreciated also on the nature and exploration trail of the meandering Viesata River. Here, along the picturesque banks of the Viesata River, you can explore the nature trail, admire the steep banks and scenic views, a 200-year-old pine tree, the brown spring, logging sites, an alder grove, a heritage birch, the large Spuņņakmens boulder, and many other points of interest. Several spots are set up along the trail to play board games in nature and to enjoy a picnic. The length of the trail in one direction is about 7–8 kilometres depending on which of the 3 routes you choose for your walk. The trail starts at the end of the Spuņņi road. Look for the brown road sign to reach the right starting point. Address: Parking lot of Spuņņi Road, Irlava rural municipality, Tukums municipality

Vicinity of Kandava

When the spring arrives, go to Imula nature trails — the liverleaf paradise 12 km outside Kandava. The 3 trails set up along the banks of Imula River, which take you on a 10 km hike through valleys and along cliffs, are at their most beautiful in the springtime. First to blossom on the slopes are snowdrops. A bit later in the spring, the blue liverleafs and white and yellow wood anemones come out, the spring sky is clear, and wild garlic starts sprouting in areas with more humid soil. The trail from “Vītiņi” to the guest house “Romance” is approximately 4 km long, from “Buses” to Kauķis Hill — nearly 3 km, but from Kauķis Hill to “Grotes” — just over 3 km long. Before the trees come into leaf, the views of the Buses Matkule hillfort are clearly visible. Addresses: “Vītiņi”, Matkule rural municipality, Tukums municipality, and “Buses”, Matkule rural municipality, Tukums municipality

While visiting the area of Kandava, near Cēre, be sure to visit the farm “Kangari”, where every spring, a vibrant carpet of colourful crocuses covers the yard. To reach the hostess for more information and to schedule a viewing, call 29416000. Address: Kangari, Cēre rural municipality, Tukums municipality

In the area of Jaunpils

You won’t regret a visit to Jaunpils to enjoy the liverleaf-covered lawns at the Jaunpils Castle Park on Bikstupe River banks, as you walk around the mill pond, and to get some good exercise in on the nearby Kartavkalns trails.

The Jaunpils Castle Park was created during the reign of the von der Recke family. The park includes several points of interest — including a few heritage trees, a small stone bridge engraved with the year and a monogram, and a gazebo. You can also check out the Jaunpils water mill, built more than 200 years ago. A romantic trail along the river bank will take you to the Love Rock. Address: “Pils”, Jaunpils, Jaunpils rural municipality, Tukums municipality

Nature trails set up in Kartavkalni, but on the way there, you can admire the impressive avenue of larches. Along the Kartavkalni trails, you can see less common trees, spruce groves on hilly terrains, the spruce of Karātavi, climb the the hillfort rampart, and observe both abandoned and newly built beaver dams. An ancient Latvian settlement once stood on Kartavkalns Hill. Address: Kartavkalni Nature Trail, Jaunpils rural municipality, Tukums municipality

More information about nature trails and objects available here.

Enjoy spring in the area of Tukums — in parks, farms, forests and hills!

When you're out in nature, treat it kindly! Don’t destroy or tread without need, but instead stay on trails, plankways, bridges. Make sure to take back everything you brought with you. If you spot any litter, please pick it up and take it away, or let us know if you find litter in the forest.