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Gauja National Park Tourism Association is set to participate in several leading international travel and tourism exhibitions over the coming months to promote the Gauja National Park region as a top sustainable travel destination and to strengthen cooperation with global partners.

Gauja National Park Region’s Culinary Stars Shine Again: Four Restaurants Included in the MICHELIN Guide Latvia for the Third Straight Year – with H.E. Vanadziņš Awarded a Bib Gourmand

From 13 to 15 October 2025, partners and participants of the Introduction of Nature and Culture Sites for Locals and Visitors (INACS) project gathered for a three-day international workshop spanning Latvia and Estonia. The event aimed to strengthen cooperation among regional stakeholders, plan digital tools for cultural and nature tourism, and highlight unique local heritage sites across the Baltic region.

On October 3–5, 2025, citizens from Albania, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Slovenia will come together in Gauja National Park, Latvia to explore natural heritage, cultural traditions, and local practices, while exchanging experiences and knowledge with participants from across Europe

On September 13 and 14, all nature and adventure enthusiasts are invited to take part in Gauja National Park Travelers’ Days, held this year under the motto “Art in Nature.”

On August 22 - 24, 2025 citizens from Albania, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Slovenia came together in Ptuj town, Slovenia to explore Slovenia’s natural heritage, cultural traditions, and local practices, while exchanging experiences and knowledge with participants from across Europe.

Welcome to the heart of Latvia. Welcome to a land of breathtaking valleys, legendary castles, and endless adventure. This is Gauja National Park, a sprawling, living kingdom where nature, history, and modern thrills are woven together into an unforgettable tapestry.

When asked where he recommends cycling in Latvia, pro cyclist Toms Skujiņš doesn’t hesitate: “Bring a mountain bike and ride Gauja adding: National Park.”

From 18 to 19 July, Cēsis invites everyone to the traditional celebration “Cēsis 819”, offering awide-ranging programme of cultural, entertainment and family activities throughout the citycentre – from Castle Park and Castle Square to Rožu Square and Rīgas Street. This year, thefestival takes place in a special atmosphere, as Cēsis holds the title of Latvian Capital ofCulture 2025, and the celebrations will be a vivid reflection of this status