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Vecaki beach

Vecāķi beach

Kids friendly

7.5

/ 10 Good

#15 out of 62
in Kalngale

About

Vecaki beach is located on the Baltic Sea and it is in the 15th place out of 62 beaches in the Latvia region 14.7 km away from its center, the city of Riga. It is one of the beaches of Kalngale settlement, just 3.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a long lasting coastline with green water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, families with children, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season. Moreover, this beach is popular with naturists.

Vecaki beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.

Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball. %s also has a football field located nearby.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Kalngales pludmale, which has a rating of 7.5.

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Historical

+13 ^oC +6 ^oC

Air temperature

4.4 M/S

Wind

+5 ^oC

Water temperature

0.7 M

Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water

Frustrating

4.4/10

Cover

Tolerable

4.9/10

Cleanliness

Pleasant

6/10

Amenities

Good

7.1/10

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Vecaki beach is located in Latvia within Kalngale, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

User reviews

"The beach I visited recently was truly delightful and bustling with activity. The path leading to the beach was serene and lined with upscale dining establishments. Although the water was not crystal clear and contained some algae, it still made for a great destination to explore in Latvia. Additionally, I believe it is one of the closest beaches to Riga city."

Sarala Roshanika Samarasinghe Silva

"The desolate beach offers a limited selection of cafes and bars, with an almost non-existent crowd."

Lorenzo Novak.

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Sarala Roshanika Samarasinghe Silva

"The desolate beach offers a limited selection of cafes and bars, with an almost non-existent crowd."

Lorenzo Novak.

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
occupancy
- Crowded in high season
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
size&shape
- Length - very long, more than 1 km
- Width - sufficient
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

Access

Cover and water

cover
- Bright sand
- Sea bottom - Sand
swimming details
- Good for swimming
- Depth increase - smooth
water
- Normal water, medium transparency
- Dark green or brown

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- Natural shadow

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

Kalngale, Latvia

Kalngales pludmale

7.5

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Kalngale 2 km

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Carnikava beach

7.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand

Celaji 2 km

Jurmala, Latvia

Bulduru pludmale

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand

Jurmala 3.9 km

Jurmala, Latvia

Jurmalas pludmale

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Jurmala 0.3 km

Silmalas, Latvia

Melluzu pludmale

7.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Green water

Silmalas 3.5 km

Saulkrasti, Latvia

Saulkrasti beach

7.9

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water

Saulkrasti 1.1 km

Liepaine, Latvia

Saulkrasti beach II

7.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Green water, Sand bottom

Liepaine 2.1 km

Bigaunciems, Latvia

Kauguru Pludmale

8.1

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water

Bigaunciems 5.3 km

What to do in Vecaki beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Vecaki beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

In addition to water activities, sometimes you wish to play on the ground, for example, volleyball (football). On this beach there is a volleyball (football) area and if you want you can play volleyball with other holidaymakers or with your friends.

In most cases, the question What to do on Vecaki beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

RIX• 19.4km
Baltegļu iela• 12.6km
Vecāķi dzelzceļa sta...• 13 min walk

Localities

Kalngale• 3.6km
Riga• 14.7km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Vecaki beach?

The coastline of Vecaki beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water near the beach is blue-green. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Vecaki beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Vecaki beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

The Vecaki beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Kite and windsurfing

Activities available on the ground:

Beach volleyball
Football (nearby)

Is the Vecaki beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Vecaki beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

So the overall recommendation of the Vecaki beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Vecaki beach good for families?

Yes, the Vecaki beach is good place for families with children. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Vecaki beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Vecaki beach?

Vecaki beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Families with children
Senior people
FKK / Naturists

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Vecaki beach?

The bar is located right on the Vecaki beach.

How far is the Vecaki beach from parking?

The Vecaki beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

What is the best time of the year to visit Vecaki beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Vecaki beach is June. Its average value reaches 22°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 19°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 1°C and water 3°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Vecaki beach (Latvia) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Vecaki beach a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.