Koknese Holiday Deals

Koknese Holiday Package Deals

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Holidays in Koknese

Been partying too much after work? Desperate for a break and a few quiet nights? Koknese has your name all over it. It's set among the forests, rivers and sandy beaches of Latvia — nice and off the beaten track. (We bet you'll feel so relaxed, you'll be under the blankets by sunset!)

It lies 85 kilometres to the east of Riga, the capital city of Latvia.

Odziena is 16 kilometres to the east and worthy of a day trip. Need some more ideas? Aizkraukle, 16 kilometres to the west of Koknese, should be on your itinerary.

Spend a bit of time wandering around Turaida Castle, Gauja National Park and Sigulda Castle. All of these attractions are close to the middle of Sigulda, 65 kilometres away. Got some more time to kill? Knights of the Sword Castle and Makars Boat Day Trips should also feature on your itinerary.

Interested in watersports? Add a few more thrills to your getaway by going wind surfing or kite surfing.

You're bound to see plenty of treasures crammed into the region's history museums and mansions.

Go on a nice stroll and feel the sun on your face at the surrounding area's open-air museums.

Connect with the history nerd within by visiting a few castles and historic mansions. They're all excellent places to discover some secrets about the region's past.

If you're seeking an experience that goes beyond the material world, think about visiting some local churches and cathedrals. It's an excellent opportunity to discover more about Koknese's faith.

Are you ready to chew, nibble, chomp, gnaw and drink your way through Latvia? A world of surprising flavours awaits you, so dress in your stretchiest jeans and bon appétit!

Keen to know some of the traditional ingredients that are used here? You're likely to be served potato and egg in a few of your meals.

No food-loving traveller would leave Koknese without digging into one or two of the classic meals, such as galerts (jellied meat) and karbonade (breaded pork chops).

If you never say no to dessert, you won't be disappointed. Be sure to try fruit compote, a tempting treat that's guaranteed to satisfy your sugar cravings.

They say life's not all beer and skittles, but there's certainly nothing wrong with treating yourself to a cold one on occasion. When you're in this area, make sure it's Uzavas.

You're going all the way to the Latvia region, so why not put in a little extra effort to learn a few words in the local tongue? Trust us, it'll make your whole experience all the more special. Try to get your lips around 'Lai jums laba diena'. It means 'have a nice day'. One more for the memory bank is 'Sen neredzēta', meaning 'long time no see'.

Every year on the 18th of November, Independence Day holds an important place in the locals' hearts. It offers a wonderful chance to discover the country's past and kick up your heels while you're at it!

When your holiday is over and it's time to say "Uz redzēšanos" to Koknese, don't be upset — it will stay right there awaiting your next visit!

When you're ready to fly back home, give yourself ample time to get to Riga International Airport (RIX). Situated 95 kilometres to the west from the middle of Koknese, this is the nearest terminal.