Discover Lilaste: Coast, Dunes and Paths by the Water

Lilaste combines coastal landscapes, dunes and water-based experiences with a special feature: the coast is home to so-called “singing” sand. Anyone wishing to combine a trip with nature observation, exercise and summer activities will find various starting points here for planning their stay. When looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home in Lilaste, you can therefore consider whether the coast, lakes, hiking trails or activities on the water should be the main focus of your stay.

Coast, Dunes and Protected Landscape

The landscape of Lilaste is shaped by the coast and the dune. The parabolic dune of Lilaste reaches 20 to 28 metres above sea level and extends over several kilometres. This gives the surrounding area a clearly recognisable geological and landscape feature that can be easily incorporated into an exploration tour.

The “Piejūra” Nature Park preserves natural habitats and protected plants along the coast from Lilaste to the White Dune in Saulkrasti. The landscape there also includes a once-shifting sand dune. This combination of coast, dunes and protected habitats makes Lilaste particularly interesting for travellers who want to spend their time outdoors and compare different natural features.

In winter, Lilaste Beach shows another side: it becomes a quiet coastal landscape with fresh sea air and white snow. This creates a clear seasonal contrast with the summer activities on the water when planning your trip.

Hiking Trails, River and Lakes

A hiking trail along the Garezers Lakes leads to Lilaste and is approximately 3.5 kilometres long in one direction. This approximate distance helps you include an outing along the lakes in your daily plans without associating the route with a specific walking time. When water levels are low, the small Lilaste River can be crossed on foot. When water levels are high, you have to walk around the river in Lilaste. This changing crossing point should be taken into account when planning a route.

The bodies of water themselves also play a role in local leisure activities. The Lilaste Lakes are mentioned in Saulkrastu novads as particularly popular lakes for fishing. The Lilaste River is described there as a lesser-known fishing spot. A fishing permit is required for fishing in rivers and lakes in Saulkrastu novads. This allows you to decide in advance whether you would prefer to spend your stay walking by the lakes, fishing or combining different nature experiences.

Summer Activities by the Water

In summer, the “Lilaste” recreation complex offers bicycles, boats, catamarans and canoes for hire. Water-skiing trips are also available there. This selection opens up various possibilities for active days: you can plan a trip on the water, use a bicycle or combine the activities with exploring the coastal and lake landscape. Which accommodation in Lilaste is right for your trip therefore depends above all on your preferred daily rhythm and the experiences you want to place at the centre of your stay.

A Suitable Base for Planning Your Trip

A holiday apartment in Lilaste is a particularly natural choice if you want to combine the local and landscape attractions at your leisure: the coast and singing sand, the dune extending over several kilometres, the path along the Garezers Lakes and the summer activities offered by the recreation complex provide different focal points. In winter, by contrast, the quiet, snow-covered coastal landscape moves more strongly into the foreground. When choosing your accommodation, consider which of these experiences should define your trip, and plan your stay accordingly around nature, water activities or fishing.

For the overarching travel overview: Saulkrastu Lauku Teritorija.