Kandava - Renda
2-day route: “Civilized” Abava River section
Near Kandava, the river is very winding, and its first kilometers make every paddler ask – why did I come here? At that moment, the boat is quickly carried under an unfinished bridge and shoots through the first Abava rapid. The especially curious can stop on the right bank behind the bridge and walk up the valley, enjoying the Tuscan-style vineyards and surrounding buildings.
The journey then becomes much more interesting – the river starts flowing through a wide valley, and the surrounding landscape truly looks like a scenic river. In the section up to Sabile, there are many well-equipped camping spots; on the right bank near the Plosti bridge is a cozy little restaurant, and a few kilometers downstream, on the left slope of the valley, there is a sledding track. A good landmark is the cable crossing over the Abava, and on the right bank, the spacious and well-maintained “Drubazu” farm, where visitors can taste local wines and admire wild cows.
It is definitely worth stopping in Sabile, on the right bank behind the bridge – to enjoy ice cream and shop for long-forgotten or rare treats. The main street of Sabile has the charm of a relaxed French provincial town.
Beyond Sabile, the Abava becomes much calmer, meandering slowly through the forest. The banks become steeper, and the first cliffs about 15 m high appear. The slow, 6 km stretch is interrupted by Abava Rumba – a one-meter-high waterfall across the entire width of the river. There is a spacious camping area, and during summer, a small snack stand operates. Children can splash in the shallow water, while adults relax by the waterfall, enjoying a free “spa” experience.
After Rumba, the river accelerates, and the retreat of civilization is felt – rapids follow one another, and nature takes over the river. Ducks, beavers, deer, herons, storks, and hawks are no longer rare. In some places, the river flows through sand dunes – adults can relive childhood fun in the water, while children marvel at their parents’ antics.
Around Renda, the Abava returns to civilization. Already 6 km before the Renda bridge, the river becomes completely calm. The route ends at the Renda bridge, where the tavern “Abavas Pagrabiņš” is located – a perfect place to satisfy hunger and conclude the day with a tasty treat.
Chocolate Museum
Pedestrian bridge
Sumbrs
Apšukrogs
Teikas
Pils
Stone bridge in Kandava
visitDINAMO
Nāriņa
Dižpriedes
Hotel - cafe "Kandava"
Cafe "Pie Kristapa"
Kandava Tourist Information Center
Kandava Wine House
Kandava Sports Hall Hotel
Abava swimming area
Chuži Bog Trail
Old Oak Groves
Fisherman's Bridge
"Svili" pines
Devil's Stone and Devil's Cave
Kārkli
Plosti
Plostkrogs
Villa "Taka"
Imula inlet
Vītiņi
Gardens of the family winery "Abavas"
Tent and recreation area "Drubazas"
Zviedru cepure
Pedvale Open Air Art Museum
Guest house "Rambules"
RestoTerrace in Sabile
Sabile Art, Culture and Tourism Center
Sabile Cider Brewery
Bridge in Sabile
Doll Garden
Sabile Wine Hill
Sabile Castle Mound
Sabile Evangelical Lutheran Church
Harijs Jaunzems jewelry workshop in Sabile
Abava Rumba
Cat hub (Kaķu rumba)
Art Garden "In the Middle of Nowhere"
Svente Mill
Bridge in Veģi
Cave of robbers
Path to the chambers of Mara
Mara's chambers
Avoti
Shop
Abavas pagrabiņš
Bridge in Rend
Resting place "Abavas"
Mazrenda Waterfall
Ceļmaļi
Resting place
Resting place "Zārdava"
Landmark - 15 km to Venta
Outcrops
Resting place
Bruise rocks
Galmitsi rock
Sildruvi cliffs
Muižaraji cliffs
Inlet into Venta
Rocket boats
Sabiles laivas
+371 29880172
sabileslaivas@sabileslaivas.lv
The offer includes "Vista" model kayaks, canoes with seats and backrests, portable hot tubs with massage systems, as well as a spacious portable sauna. Overnight camping options are available at the Abava River. The nearest river is the Abava, but boat rentals are also provided on the Irbe, Engure, Roja and other rivers of Kurzeme.
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+37129199834
AtvarsLaivas
+371 23009466
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Stable, spacious and comfortable three-seater canoes and two-seater canoes for trips along the Cietokšnis Canal, Liepāja Lake and other waters of Kurzeme. Boat rental with seven years of experience, providing high-quality and exciting adventures on the water. Delivery of boats to the starting point and meeting at the finish are provided so that customers do not have to worry about logistics. Individual approach and flexible solutions, adapting the offer to the needs of each client.
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+371 20011033
info@remolaivas.lv
Remo Laivas offers active recreation and fishing opportunities for every nature and water enthusiast. Canoe and kayak boat rental is available for trips along any selected Kurzeme river. Remo Laivas also provides rubber boats Bush 4.2m with motors for fishing on Lake Liepāja or the Baltic Sea coast. In addition, logistics services and favorable prices for boat rental on all routes are offered. To make your vacation even more complete, Remo Laivas cooperates with several guesthouses that provide accommodation for boaters.
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+371 29339677
info@sofijaslaivas.lv
Since 2007, "Sofijas laivas" has been offering canoe and other boat rentals in Kurzeme. The company's base is on the Liepāja side, but with the help of a support point, canoes are provided on all the most popular rivers of Kurzeme: Bārta, Venta, Irbe, Abava, Tebra-Saka, Durbe-Saka, Rīva, Vārtāja and Alokste, as well as routes along Lake Pape and the Liepāja Cietokšnis Canal, as well as trips along one of the most beautiful rivers in Lithuania - Minija.
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+371 28759920
pieabavas@inbox.lv
Laivošanas pakalpojumi Kurzemē - Abavā. Pārvietojamas pirtis un kubli Kurzemē - noma un piegāde. Piedāvāto laivu veidi: 1-vietīgi, 2-vietīgi atpūtas kajaki, 3-vietīgi atvērtie kanoe, 3-vietīgas un 4-vietīgas pirogas, SUP dēļi. Papildus piedāvājumā dārza spēles, piknika lietas (grili, kazani, katli).
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+371 26377055
info@niknaslaivas.lv
If you love water, nature and carefree relaxation, Raging Boats is just what you need! A comfortable and exciting boating experience where you simply choose the time and place, and everything else will be taken care of. Fully equipped kayaks, canoes and SUP boards ensure that the adventure is not only active, but also comfortable.
Campo
+371 29222339
campolaivas@gmail.com
Campo boat rental offers a wide selection of water tourism routes, arranged by rivers and their location in the historical regions of Latvia – Kurzeme, Vidzeme, Zemgale and Latgale. To find the most suitable route, you can choose the region, a specific river and the desired boating section. If the offer does not include the route you are looking for, you can choose the closest available option with suitable starting and ending points, which allows you to assess both costs and organizational possibilities. Route adjustment is carried out in individual communication, ensuring an appropriate solution for each boater.
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Vecais Taizels
+371 29494465
timburi@inbox.lv
Boating - an incomparable feeling that only occurs on a river, surrendering to the call of the always tempting, changing and yet so beautiful nature. Good company, the right mood, the desire to escape from everyday worries - and the adventure can begin! "Vecais Taizels" - canoe rental offers great trips along the most beautiful rivers of Kurzeme.
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+37129135682
Biedrība Pārcēlājs
+37126426992
ARlaivu.lv
+371 27127638
info@arlaivu.lv
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