Lapmežciems between the Gulf of Riga and Lake Kaņieris

Lapmežciems was first mentioned on 17 June 1515 in a fief book. Today, the village is still associated with the charm of life in a fishing village. The Lapmežciems Museum is dedicated to the history of fishing and the lives and work of fishermen. It also offers interactive activities about historical place names and the natural surroundings of Lapmežciems.

For walks, a footpath in Kupskalna Nature Park follows the Siliņupe to the sea. The old Lapmežciems pier can be seen there. The “Lapmežciems–Bigauņciems Beach” can be reached via the Kupskalnu nature trail; the beach and trail are signposted.

The geographical location shapes how you experience the village: the Gulf of Riga lies on one side and Lake Kaņieris on the other. Anyone who wants to combine a coastal landscape with an insight into the history of a fishing village will find various options here for planning a day. The coast of Lapmežciems near the mouth of the Starpiņupe into the Gulf of Riga is also a place for birdwatching.

The path in Kupskalna Nature Park offers a direct connection between the landscape and local history. It follows the Siliņupe to the sea, with the old Lapmežciems pier as a visible destination. The Kupskalnu nature trail also leads to “Lapmežciems–Bigauņciems Beach”. For planning purposes, it is helpful to distinguish between a walk along the river, a visit to the beach and birdwatching on the coast.

The Siliņupe swimming area has a changing room, two benches and waste containers. This infrastructure describes the character of the site, but does not imply that additional services are available or indicate what conditions will be like at the time of your trip.

The Lapmežciems Museum focuses on fishing and the everyday lives of fishermen. The interactive activities about historical place names and the natural surroundings complement this focus with topics concerning the village itself. Those interested in the area’s earlier history can also include the Siliņupe settlement in their plans. It dates from the 3rd to the 2nd millennium BC. Archaeological finds include artefacts made of stone, flint, bone, amber and wood.

The “Gardo zivju namiņš” fish kiosk in Lapmežciems offers smoked fish, salmon sandwiches and coffee. This is a specific way to complement your stay with the local fishing culture and a simple culinary experience.

If you would like to compare Lapmežciems with other destinations, you can find Pētertāle, Zentene, Tume, Rideļi, Slampe, Lancenieki, Lamiņi and Tukums here.

Where is Lapmežciems located?

Lapmežciems lies on a narrow strip of land between the Gulf of Riga and Lake Kaņieris.

What does the Lapmežciems Museum show?

The museum is dedicated to the history of fishing and the lives and work of fishermen. It also offers interactive activities about historical place names and the natural surroundings of Lapmežciems.

Is there a path from the nature park to the sea?

The footpath in Kupskalna Nature Park follows the Siliņupe to the sea. The old Lapmežciems pier can be seen there.

How do you reach “Lapmežciems–Bigauņciems Beach”?

The beach can be reached via the Kupskalnu nature trail. The beach and trail are signposted.

Where are smoked fish and salmon sandwiches available?

The “Gardo zivju namiņš” fish kiosk in Lapmežciems offers smoked fish, salmon sandwiches and coffee.

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