Discover Saldus: Culture, Trails and Sweet Experiences

Saldus combines unique cultural experiences with waterside trails, green landscapes and regional culinary delights. If you are looking for a holiday apartment in Saldus for your stay, you can shape your days in many different ways: with art and history, a walk along the river, a cycling tour through the town or seasonal activities with children.

Art, History and Living Culture

An important place to visit is the J. Rozentāls Saldus History and Art Museum. It is currently the only place in Latvia where original works from the early creative period of the Latvian master painter can be seen. For visitors interested in painting and regional culture, the museum therefore provides a clear focus for travel planning.

The building of the Saldus Music and Art School is also part of the town’s cultural experiences. It features an acoustic concert hall used for cultural events. The same building regularly hosts exhibitions by students, teachers and guest artists. This means that a stay in Saldus can be combined not only with a museum visit but also with changing artistic impressions.

The oldest building in the town is Saldus Sv. Jāņa evaņģēliski luteriskā baznīca. On its steps stand seven life-size bronze sculptures depicting figures from J. Rozentāls’s painting “Pēc dievkalpojuma”. Another striking feature of the townscape is the “Medus piliens” fountain in “Māra Čaklā skvērs”. It consists of two horizontal honeycombs connected by a large drop of honey.

Lake, River and Trails for Different Day Plans

Lake Saldus covers 11.9 hectares and lies near the town centre in a valley between several hills. It gives the townscape a distinct character and can be included when planning more relaxed days. The Ciecere nature and walking trail runs along the Ciecere River, from the bridge on Kuldīgas iela to the bridge on Saules iela.

At Kalnsētas Park, you will find different types of paths: along the Ciecere River there are narrow, steep trails, alongside wider paths for more leisurely walks. This allows you to plan different kinds of outdoor activities depending on your daily schedule and the level of activity you want, without making culture the sole focus of your stay.

Cycling, Sweets and Seasonal Activities

Those who want to explore Saldus by bicycle can follow the cycling route “Atklāj un iepazīsti Saldus pilsētu”. For a trip with a variety of interests, the cycling route can be planned as a separate activity alongside walks and sightseeing.

During the summer season, there is an 18-hole mini-golf course near the Saldus Sports Complex. Children can also enjoy an inflatable attraction, a trampoline and velokarts there. If you are travelling with children, this seasonal selection can form a separate item on your itinerary alongside the cultural attractions.

The local production of sweets is also part of the Saldus experience. At Saldus Food Factory, visitors can register for a tour of the confectionery production department and taste fresh “Gotiņa” milk candies. The “Saldalus” brewery also offers a tour with beer tasting. Both options provide different culinary highlights and can be specifically included in your travel plans.

Which Accommodation Suits Your Stay?

A holiday apartment in Saldus is particularly suitable if you want to shape your stay around your own daily plans: for example, with a focus on museums, walks along the Ciecere River, a cycling tour or seasonal activities. When choosing, consider which experiences are most important for your trip and which location best fits your personal plans. This allows Saldus to remain open to a culturally focused stay as well as a trip involving exercise, landscapes and regional discoveries.

If you would like to add more destinations to your travel plans, you can also explore Jaunlutriņi, Kursīši, Šarlote and Druva.

For the overview of the wider travel area: Saldus Novads.