🚴‍♂️ Cycling in Riga: Why Garden Apartments Are the Best Choice for Bike Travelers

Traveling with a bike is one of the best ways to explore Riga — the city is flat, green, beautifully connected with bike paths, and full of sights that are easy to reach on two wheels. Whether you’re discovering Riga’s Old Town, biking along the river, or exploring forests just outside the city, having the right accommodation makes your trip smoother and safer.

At Garden Apartments, we are proud to be one of Riga’s most cyclist-friendly short-term rental options.

🔒 Bike Storage — Closed Yard + Video Surveillance
One of the biggest concerns for travelers with bicycles is security.
At Garden Apartments, we offer:

Private, closed courtyard, free for your bikes
24/7 video surveillance in parking areas
Locked gate 
For many of our guests — especially long-distance cyclists and touring travelers — this is a major reason why they choose us.

🚴‍♀️ Top Bike Routes You Can Reach Easily From Garden Apartments
Our locations around Riga make it easy to hop on your bike and start exploring. Here are some of the most popular cycling routes our guests love:

1️⃣ City Center & Old Town (Vecrīga)
Distance: 10–20 minutes by bike
Why go?

Medieval streets
Museums and cafés
Daugava River promenade

Riga’s center is very bike-friendly and easy to reach from all our apartments.

2️⃣ Mežaparks & Lake Ķīšezers
Distance: 20–30 minutes
A huge park with:

Wide cycling paths
Forest trails
The Baltic’s largest zoo
Lakeside cafés
Perfect for families and outdoor lovers.

3️⃣ Lucavsala Island Park
Distance: 15–25 minutes
A peaceful island close to the center offering:

Beautiful river views
Picnic areas
Smooth bike paths
Beach in summer
A favorite place for relaxing rides.

4️⃣ Āgenskalns & Kalnciema Quarter
Distance: 10–15 minutes
Charming wooden architecture and weekend markets — ideal for a slow bike day. Do visit Agenskalns Market – it is a jam to be seen!

5️⃣ Jūrmala via the EuroVelo 10 Route
Distance: 20–30 km (approx. 1.5–2 hours)
One of Latvia’s most famous bike routes, connecting Riga to Jurmala’s seaside.
Smooth paths, forests, river views — and a beautiful beach waiting at the end.

6️⃣ Bolderāja Dunes & Lighthouse
Distance: ~25 km
A more adventurous route that leads to wild beaches and coastal nature.

Source: Ritenis pludmalē: Sintija Zandersone(Leta)

🏡 Why Cyclists Love Staying at Garden Apartments?
✔ Closed, fenced, bike-friendly yard with video surveillance
✔ Convenient locations with quick access to bike paths
✔ Fully equipped kitchens (perfect for long-distance cyclists who cook their own meals)
✔ Washing machine (available in most of our selected apartments)
✔ Free Wi-Fi
✔ Smart TV with Netflix for relaxing evenings
✔ Nearby grocery stores and cafés
✔ Dog-friendly — for cyclists traveling with pets

Whether you’re a solo cyclist, a couple on a bike adventure, or a group of friends touring the Baltics, Garden Apartments offer the comfort and safety you need.

🌿 Plan Your Bike Trip to Riga With Us!
We’re always happy to host guests who travel with bicycles — and we’ll gladly help with:

Suggested routes
Bike repair shops
Local tips
Safe bike storage
Early check-in (when possible)

Book your stay at Garden Apartments Riga

and enjoy the freedom of discovering the city by bike — safely, comfortably, and at your own pace.

👉 Book here: rentalapartments.lv
🚴 We look forward to welcoming you and your bike!