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Swedish Hat

A legend has it that "The Swedish Hat" hill is a burial site. The mound is said to have been built over the final resting place of a Swedish military commander and his wife during "The Swedish War" in the 17th century. Swedish soldiers carried soil in their hats to heap over the graves, and a linden and an oak have been planted in remembrance.

  • Swedish Hat in winter
  • Skiers
  • Activities on the Swedish Hat in summer and winter
  • Tobogganing track
  • Swedish Hat in summer

The Swedish hat is located on the left bank of the picturesque River Abava valley between Kandava and Sabile. The recreation centre's summer offer includes a toboggan run, horseback riding, fishing in the Abava, a venue for larger events by the riverside, a stage and camping grounds; in winter, visitors are welcome to downhill skiing and snowboarding, ski lifts, equipment rental, instructors' advice, and cross-country skiing, and all the year round – to a café, and accommodation in small cabins.

 
57.024982, 22.591002
  • Languages spoken: 
    • English
    • Latvian
    • Russian
  • Admission fee: 
    Paid
  • Payment methods: 
    • Bank transfer
    • Cash
    • Credit/debit card
  • Discounts: 

    Prices for tobogganing:

    1 ride for one person: Individual - Ls 0.70; Children under 8 - Ls 0.30; Adult groups of 15 people and more - Ls 0.60; Student groups of 15 people and more - Ls 0.50.

    6 rides for one person: Ls 4.00; Children under 8 - Ls 1.50

    Horseback riding:
    Riding in a circle: Ls 2.00
    A short 20 minutes ride accompanied by an instructor: Ls 5.00
    Rent of a carriage, one hour with a guide: Ls 30.00

    Winter equipment rental:

    Skiing and snowboarding set: First hour - Ls 3.50, every next hour Ls 1.50

Services: 
  • Activities for children
  • Cafe
  • Seminars and conferences
Amenities and Features: 
  • Free parking
  • WC
Working Hours: 

Monday - Sunday 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Last updated: 14.01.2013