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Carnikava beach

Good for Relax

7.6

/ 10 Very good

#12 out of 62
in Celaji

About

Carnikava beach is located on the Baltic Sea and it is in the 12th place out of 62 beaches in the Latvia region 22.8 km away from its center, the city of Riga. It is one of the beaches of Celaji settlement, just 2 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

It is a long lasting coastline with blue water and pure bright fine 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, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Carnikava beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, changing rooms. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

To get to the beach, you need to take a short promenade. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Garciems beach, which has a rating of 7.2.

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Historical

+11 ^oC +5 ^oC

Air temperature

4.3 M/S

Wind

+4 ^oC

Water temperature

0.7 M

Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water

Good

6.9/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Pleasant

6/10

Amenities

Bad

1.2/10

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Carnikava beach (Latvia) is located outside the Celaji settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Carnikava beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

User reviews

"This beach is truly incredible no matter the season. The scenery is stunning and the nearby forest is an added bonus. Despite visiting in October during windy and rainy weather, we still had a wonderful time walking along the beach and taking in the sea. It doesn't seem to get too crowded here, so I highly recommend visiting to enjoy the natural beauty and fresh air."

Larissa

"A modern bench with a roof has been set up on the dune, complete with solar panels on the roof. There's a wooden path that leads to the beach, and a convenient parking area for bikes."

Lena M

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"A modern bench with a roof has been set up on the dune, complete with solar panels on the roof. There's a wooden path that leads to the beach, and a convenient parking area for bikes."

Lena M

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
size&shape
- Length - very long, more than 1 km
- Width - narrow
location
- In a natural environment, there are no roads or buildings within the beach

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Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

RIX• 29.1km
Baltegļu iela• 22.3km
Vecāķi dzelzceļa sta...• 10.5km

Localities

Celaji• 2km
Riga• 22.8km

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

The Carnikava beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Carnikava beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Carnikava beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Carnikava 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.

Carnikava 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 Carnikava beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Carnikava beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Carnikava beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Carnikava beach?

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

Beachgoers with pets

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Carnikava beach.

How far is the Carnikava beach from parking?

The Carnikava 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 and you have to walk along the trail for half a kilometer to reach the beach.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Carnikava 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?

Carnikava beach (Latvia) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Carnikava beach (Latvia) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.