Pūķarags: Coastal Camping and Recreation in Pape Nature Park
Experience the natural beauty of Latvia's Baltic coast at Pūķarags, a recreation complex and campground in Pape Nature Park.
Pūķarags is a recreation complex and campground nestled on the Baltic Sea coast within Pape Nature Park in Latvia. It offers a variety of activities, from relaxing on the beach to exploring the unique natural surroundings. With options for camping, guest house stays, and sports, it's a destination for nature lovers and families.
A brief summary to Pūķarags
- Pūķarags, Rucavas novads, Pape, Rucava parish, South Kurzeme Municipality, 3477, LV
- +37128378625
- Visit website
Local tips
- Bring your own dishes and mosquito repellent, especially if staying in the bungalows.
- Note that quiet hours are between 10 PM and 8 AM.
- If arriving by bicycle and heading north, stock up at the store in Rucava.
Getting There
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Driving
Pūķarags is located in Pape, south of Liepāja. From Liepāja, follow the P111 south. The road will take you through Rucava. Continue to Pape. Once in Pape, follow local signs to Pūķarags. Parking is available on-site. Note that car movement may be restricted within the campsite between 10 PM and 8 AM. Parking costs are approximately 5 EUR for a car.
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Public Transport
While public transport options directly to Pūķarags may be limited, you can take a bus to Rucava and then a local bus towards Pape. From the Pape bus stop, it's approximately 2km to Pūķarags, which can be done by foot or local taxi. Bus fares from Liepāja to Rucava can range from 2-5 EUR. A taxi from Pape to Pūķarags would be approximately 5-10 EUR.
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