Highlights
- Experience the thrill of riding on Latvia’s legendary bobsleigh track in Sigulda
- Race through 16 curves on a 1,420-meter professional competition track
- Feel the speed, G-forces and adrenaline with an experienced professional pilot
- Enjoy private door-to-door transportation from your hotel in Riga
- Visit the track viewpoint and admire the spectacular Gauja River Valley
Description
Leave Riga behind and travel to beautiful Sigulda for an unforgettable experience combining adrenaline, spectacular scenery and some of Latvia’s most fascinating historical landmarks.
Your adventure begins with convenient pickup from your hotel or accommodation in Riga. Relax during the private journey to Sigulda, located in the heart of Gauja National Park and surrounded by forests, river valleys and medieval castles.
The highlight of your trip is the legendary Sigulda Bobsleigh and Luge Track — one of Latvia’s most unique sporting landmarks.
After arrival, meet the track team, receive a safety briefing and get ready to experience the excitement of a real bobsleigh track.
Take your seat in a specially designed passenger bobsleigh and experience the speed, sharp curves and G-forces of the famous Sigulda track. An experienced professional pilot controls the bobsleigh throughout the ride, allowing you to enjoy the adrenaline and atmosphere of this remarkable sport in a safe and exciting way.
The exact type of bobsleigh used may vary depending on the season, weather and track conditions, ensuring the most suitable experience available on the day.
After your ride, take time to enjoy the impressive views surrounding the track and discover why Sigulda has become Latvia’s center for bobsleigh, luge and skeleton sports.
But your adventure doesn’t have to end at the finish line.
Continue with a short sightseeing journey through historic Sigulda and discover its beautiful castle area. See the medieval ruins of the Livonian Order Castle and nearby Sigulda New Castle while enjoying panoramic views over the spectacular Gauja River Valley.
Your local host will share interesting stories and give you time to explore, take photos and enjoy the atmosphere of one of Latvia’s most beautiful destinations.
For even more adrenaline, an additional bobsleigh ride may be available on the day, subject to track availability and conditions.
After combining the thrill of the bobsleigh track with the history and landscapes of Sigulda, relax during your comfortable private journey back to Riga with drop-off at your hotel or another convenient location in the city center.
More than just a bobsleigh ride, this experience combines one of Latvia’s most exciting activities with the castles, landscapes and history of Sigulda — all in one memorable half-day adventure from Riga.
Includes
Private transfer with English host
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Entry tickets to bobsled track
1 run on a 4-man bobsled
Bottled water for every guest
Observatory deck visit with the view to the Gauja River Valley and Gauja National park
All necessary equipment and safety gear
Excludes
Food
Important Information
- Important note: this activity available only on the weekends ( Saturday, Sunday)
Bobsled rides are not recommended for people with back or spine problems and pregnant women
The tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress according to the weather
Tour operates from the beginning of November to the end of March
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
