Study tour
| June 10, 2010 (for non-members of Eurogites and accompanying persons of Eurogites members) | ||||
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| 8:00 | Departure from the hotel Islande in Riga | |||
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The Cenas tīrelis swamp On the way from Riga, a short stopover for a walk. The site is one of the largest areas of swampland in Latvia. Most of the area is still made up of peat. Relatively untouched is the northern part of the swamp, where there is a lovely set of swamp lakes, featuring landscapes of moss swamps. This is an important location for protected birds. |
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Guest house Kukšu muiža A 250-year old, renovated estate building. Tasteful rooms - a hunters' room, a library, the cognac room, a conservatory, a tee room, and bedrooms, each featuring a particular theme. Near is a park. |
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Farmhouse Indāni A traditional working farm, eco-labelled with the Green Certificate (the national eco-label in LV). Guests can see farm animals. Country sauna with birch and juniper besoms, herb teas. 10 tent places. Tasting rural specialties. |
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Guest house Rideļu mill Visitors to this renovated windmill can learn about the grinding of grain into flour. Pancakes that are made from locally ground flour on the menu. Food tastings, accommodations, leasing of boats. Country lunch. |
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Villa Anna A small villa in sand dunes by the sea at Apšuciems village. SGL, DBL, family and "de Luxe" rooms. |
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| 18:00 | Return to Riga or transfer to Eurogites Generall Assambley venue | |||
| Tour itinerary can download here. | ||||