KiteGlobeVentspils
📍 Riga, Latvia · Kiteboarding spot
Ventspils is a kiteboarding spot near Riga in Latvia, with open ocean conditions and prevailing SW, W, NW wind, best ridden in September, October.
| Country | Latvia |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Riga |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | SW, W, NW |
| Wind type | Frontal |
| Best months | September, October |
| Coordinates | 57.3870, 21.5257 |
About Ventspils
Choppy water and up to 3m waves possible with according wind directions and strength.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Ventspils?
The best time to kite Ventspils is September, October, when the SW, W, NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Ventspils offers open ocean conditions with SW, W, NW wind (Frontal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Ventspils?
Ventspils is located at the west coast. 180 km from the Riga airport. The beach is south of the harbor.
Hazards at Ventspils
Swimmers, Mole.
View Ventspils on the interactive map →Where can I take kite lessons near Ventspils?
2 kite schools operate in Latvia. See kite schools in Latvia →
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.