Renting a Car in Ventspils

Ventspils is Latvia's most prosperous and well-maintained city — a port town on the Baltic coast with an excellent Blue Flag beach, a medieval castle, and an impressive maritime open-air park. It's consistently rated the cleanest city in Latvia.

Europcar and Hertz serve Ventspils. Prices from €13/day. An excellent base for exploring the wild Kurzeme coastline — some of the most beautiful shoreline in the Baltic states.

Car Rental Providers in Ventspils

  • Europcar
  • Hertz

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Where to Pick Up Your Car in Ventspils

Main pickup location: Ventspils city centre — near the port on Jāņa iela. Additional collection points may be available at hotels and railway stations — check your provider's website for the full list of Ventspils locations.

What Documents Do You Need?

  • Valid driving licence — held for at least 1 year.
  • Passport or national identity card.
  • Credit card in the primary driver's name for the security deposit.
  • Non-EU licence holders may need an International Driving Permit if the licence is not in Latin script.

Young Driver Rules in Latvia

Drivers aged 18–24 can rent from most providers but typically pay a Young Driver Surcharge of €8–€20/day. Minimum age is usually 18, with some providers requiring 21 for premium categories.

Tips for Renting in Ventspils

  • Cape Kolka roads are partly unpaved — passable in standard cars.
  • Kuldīga's Venta Rapid (Europe's widest waterfall) is spectacular in spring.
  • The coastal P124 route is slower than the A10 but far more scenic.
  • Port ferries to Sweden require prior provider authorisation — most prohibit it.
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Driving in Latvia

Latvia uses right-hand traffic. Speed limits: 50 km/h in towns, 90 km/h on rural roads, 110 km/h on motorways. Blood alcohol limit: 0.05%. Headlights on at all times. Winter tyres compulsory Dec–Mar. Currency: Euro (€).

Nearby Destinations Worth Driving To

  • Cape Kolka — 90 km, 1.5 hr. Remote headland where the gulf meets the open Baltic — a nature reserve.
  • Slītere National Park — 60 km, 1 hr. Ancient coastal cliffs and forest — Ice Age Baltic shoreline remnants.
  • Kuldīga — 115 km, 1.5 hr. Latvia's most beautiful small town — a river waterfall and cobblestone streets.
  • Riga — 190 km, 2 hr. Latvia's capital via the A10.

For more planning help, read our car rental tips guide and find out which fees to watch for when collecting your vehicle.