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Venta River

The Venta River shapes Kuldīga’s landscape: its banks connect the historic centre, the brick bridge, Ventas Rumba and riverside paths. Walking along the river shows how its course has influenced the town’s layout, heritage and daily routes.

Venta River
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The place

What makes it special

  • Historic brick bridge over the Venta.
  • Views of Kuldīga from the riverbank and nearby viewpoints.
  • Walking route linking the old town, the river and Ventas Rumba.
Venta River
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Venta River
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Venta River

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Ventas Rumba waterfall and the historic brick bridge over the Venta River in Kuldīga.

Kuldīga and the Venta: a walk where the river shapes the city

In Kuldīga, the waterfall, brick bridge and historic centre are not separate stops: together they form a short route that reveals how water sustained trade, industry and the urban landscape.

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Profile updated: 13/09/2026