Your Gateway to Latvia's Wild Heart
Step into one of Latvia's most extraordinary protected areas—Pape Nature Park. Established in 2004, this 10,853-hectare sanctuary spans Nīca and Rucava regions in southwestern Latvia, where untamed nature thrives under international protection as both a Natura 2000 site and a Ramsar wetland.
What Awaits You
- Wild Horses & Aurochs — Watch majestic herds grazing on natural floodplain meadows, a sight rare in modern Europe
- Baltic Sea Coastline — Pristine beaches with rolling dunes stretching to the horizon
- Lake Pape — A serene wetland teeming with bird life
- Nida High Bog — Ancient peatlands with mystical landscapes
- Bird Migration Spectacle — One of Latvia's largest migration corridors on the White-Baltic Sea Bird Trail
Explore Three Nature Trails
Whether on foot or by bicycle, three thoughtfully designed trails guide you through the park's most captivating landscapes. The newest Orchid Trail reveals wild orchid species hidden within the park.
Bird Watching Paradise
Each autumn, Latvia's only migratory bird observation station comes alive as ornithologists count and ring thousands of birds traveling along the ancient White-Baltic Sea corridor.
Cultural Heritage
Explore the historic villages of Pape and Pape Ķoņi, where traditional coastal architecture and rich cultural heritage remain preserved.
Park Rules
- Stay on designated roads and trails
- No vehicles in dune areas
- Campfires and camping only in permitted zones
- Pack out all waste
- Follow fishing regulations
Visitor Information
Hours: 10:00 – 18:00 (contact guides for off-hours visits)
Advance Booking: Please contact park rangers at least 2 days ahead
Contact: Inta Medne — +371 29224331 | gidi@pdf.lv