Riga
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Riga (/ˈriːɡə/; Latvian: Rīga, Livonian: Rīgõ, is the capital and largest city of Latvia. With 637,827 inhabitants (2018), it is also the largest city in the three Baltic states, home to one-third of Latvia's population and one-tenth of the three Baltic states' combined population. The city lies on the Gulf of Riga, at the mouth of the Daugava. Riga's territory covers 307.17 km² (118.60 sq mi) and lies 1–10 m (3 ft 3 in–32 ft 10 in) above sea level, on a flat and sandy plain.
Charts
See Latvia.
Weather
See Latvia.
Passages
See Latvia.
Communication
Add here VHF channel for the coastguard, harbor masters. etc.
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
The approach to Riga is via the river Daugava. The river is wide and the stream weak, so it is possible to sail the 8 miles up to the centre, but it is a busy commercial waterway. Watch out for unlit moorings.
Call traffic control (Riga Radio) on VHF channel 16 and 09.
Entrance
Riga is a port of entry/exit for Latvia. For details see Entrance: Latvia.
Berthing
There several marinas accommodating yachts.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Andrej Ostas
Convinient location, on east side of the river, behind the ferry terminal and just down stream of the bridge. Accommodates 50 yachts in 8 - 3.5 m depth. Water, electricity, toilets, showers. Repairs can be arranged, nearby shops.
- [email protected]; Tel: +371 (283) 01867; Fax: +XX (XXX) XXXXXX; VHF channel XX
- Address: Andrejostas jahtu osta, Eksporta iela 1A, Riga LV-1010, Latvia
City Yacht Club
City Yacht Club in Riga, on west side of the river. Kipsala is one of the largest and most modern nautical clubs in the Baltic sea. It is situated just 15 minutes walk away from the city centre and Old Riga, in a quiet and clean area - Kipsala island. The marina can host for up to 200 yachts with a draft of up to 3.8 m. Water, electricity, toilets, showers, WiFi. Security cameras.
- [email protected]; Tel: +371 (29) 196 943; Fax: +XX (XXX) XXXXXX; VHF channel XX
- Address: Rīga, Ķīpsala, Balasta dambis, Latvia
Port Bolderaja
In the summer 80 berths up to 30 m long and with draft up to 3 m. In the administration building there are toilets, showers, laundry, WiFi, a kitchen, and fax. Carpenter, sewing, and machine workshops.
- [email protected]; Tel: +371 (28) 631 441; Fax: +371 (67) 432 564; VHF channel XX
- Address: Sturmanu iela 1c, Riga, Latvia
Anchorages
List anchorages including the ones of nearby islands list under "Islands" above. If there is more then 1-3 paragraphs for a given anchorage, create a dedicated page for it (Port/Stop Template). Remove this section if not applicable.
- [[large Anchorage1]]
- [[large Anchorage2]]
Amenities
| Facilities | |
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| Water | In the Andrej Ostas marina and the City Yacht Club |
| Electricity | In the Andrej Ostas marina and the City Yacht Club |
| Toilets | In the Andrej Ostas marina, the City Yacht Club, and the Port Bolderaja |
| Showers | In the Andrej Ostas marina, the City Yacht Club, and the Port Bolderaja |
| Laundry | In the Port Bolderaja |
| Garbage | Bins in all the marinas |
| Supplies | |
| Fuel | ? |
| Bottled gas | ? |
| Chandlers | ? |
| Services | |
| Repairs | Repairs the Port Bolderaja and can be arranged in the Andrej Ostas marina |
| Internet | WiFi in the City Yacht Club, and the Port Bolderaja |
| Mobile connectivity | ? |
| Vehicle rentals | ? |
Provisioning
Give the names and locations of supermarkets, grocery stores, bakeries, etc.
Store name1 [[Riga#Store name1|Store name1]]
Eating out
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- Location1
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Name [[Riga#Name|Name]]
Transportation
See Latvia.
Tourism
History
Give a short history of the port.
Places to Visit
List places of interest, tours, etc.
Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forums
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
References
See Latvia.
Comments
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Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Riga and this page's details validated:
- Compiled from research (pilot books, internet, etc.) January, 2019 --Istioploos
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