Gravel Adventure to Tārgale

A gravel cycling route starting from Ventspils

Plan your own route
in Ventspils Plan your own route in Ventspils

Embark on an adventurous gravel ride to Tārgale and discover the pristine Latvian countryside.

Map

This gravel adventure takes you through the unique Latvian countryside, passing by the historic Ventspils Castle on your way to the village of Tārgale. With a total ascent of 50 meters and a distance of 61 kilometers, this route offers a moderate challenge for gravel enthusiasts. Tārgale, with its traditional wooden houses, is a highlight worth exploring along this route. The route is rated as moderately difficult (3 out of 5) and offers a moderately epic experience (3 out of 5).

gravel

61 km

50 m

Tough

Route profile

Highlights on the route

0 km

Start: Ventspils City center

Ventspils: Cycling in the coastal town of Ventspils offers a mix of scenic routes and charming town center.

Ventspils is a town in Latvia located on the coast of the Baltic Sea. From a cyclist's perspective, Ventspils offers a mix of scenic coastal routes and picturesque rural roads. Cycling in Ventspils allows cyclists to explore the charming town center, ride along the beach promenade, and venture into the surrounding countryside. With its relatively flat terrain, Ventspils is suitable for both road and gravel cyclists. One of the key cycling-related spots in the area is the Ventspils Adventure Park, which offers various outdoor activities including mountain biking trails. Overall, Ventspils is a pleasant and cyclist-friendly locality.

0 km

VentspilsCity

Ventspils Castle, a medieval fortress, adds an aura of history and culture to this gravel adventure.

36 km

PilteneTown

Piltene is a lovely stop along the route, offering a chance to experience rural Latvian charm and visit historic sites.

49 km

TārgaleVillage

Tārgale, a village known for its folksy tradition and traditional architecture, is a highlight to explore during your ride.

61 km

Ventspils CastleCastle

Ventspils, the starting point of the route, offers a magnificent coastal landscape and cultural attractions to enjoy before starting your gravel adventure.