One collection of three countries that come together to make your winter holiday experience a totally unique one. Baltics are great for winter holidays, especially for the beautiful winter scenery. Here are some of the top things to explore. Get ready, because the Baltics have prepared everything you need.
Nice weather
It may seem at first that winters are harsh here, but that’s not entirely true. Of course, the cold might bite your cheeks and fingertips, or rather nibble at them.
On some days, the temperature can fall below minus thirty degrees, but that’s a rare occasion so you can enjoy winter without freezing your socks off.
When the sun is out, the blanket of snow sparkles like it’s covered in diamonds; just beware, getting a sun-burnt nose is easier than you think!
Comfort food
Have no qualms about skipping the salad section on the menu. Choose a juicy piece of game meat, oven baked vegetables and thick, creamy beer.
In Latvia, sample grey peas with bacon and blood sausage. In Estonia, go for mulgipuder (potato mash with barley), and for cepelinai (mincemeat coated in grated potatoes) in Lithuania.
You’re sure to come across local wines at many restaurants, as well as hot buckthorn or cranberry drinks, and herbal teas. Each meal will seem like a visit to grandma who serves delicious homemade treats. Shall we double the order at once? Read more about local Riga`s restaurants.
Winter sports
There are no real mountains in the Baltics, but they abound in hills with ski lifts for those into skiing or snowboarding. This trip is a fantastic opportunity to fall in love with cross-country skiing!
Rent some skis, place them on a roof rack and head into nature. Every year, cross-country skiing trails pop up in many nature parks offering leisurely rides with beautiful scenery of the snow-filled forests. Keep your eyes peeled for squirrels and rabbits!
Adrenaline fans can try a ride in a dog-drawn sleigh or hop on a Vučko soft bob in Sigulda – the bobsleigh track in Latvia is unique, for its speed can be tested not only by professionals, but tourists too.