Virešu pagastā izveidoti divi pārgājienu maršruti, viens no tiem piemērots ģimenēm ar bērniem un īso pastaigu cienītājiem, bet otrs patiks garāku pārgājienu baudītājiem. Abi maršruti ir apļveida, tie sākas un noslēdzas Vidagas centrā un ir dabā marķēti ar sarkanu bultu uz balta fona.

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SMALL LOOP

The Vireši Short Loop is based on the Vizla Nature Trail and the paths and walkways in the centre of Vidaga. Along the way, visitors can see the Vidaga Mill, the open-air stage, larch avenues, sports grounds, and local buildings.

Length: 5 kilometres.
Surface: asphalt roads and footpaths; some sections include stairs.
Terrain: slight
The route is not suitable for pushchairs or bicycles.
In periods of high water, the “Kaķīša Mill” trail may be flooded; in that case, use the road leading to the open-air stage, which runs parallel to the trail.

Route map un navigation (gpx) file.

The route includes the following points of interest: the exhibition at the Vireši Parish Local History Centre “Mājvieta”, the millstone, Vidaga Mill and the Kaķīša Mill Trail, the Vidaga open-air stage, larch plantings, sports grounds, the Vizla Nature Trail, and the Žākļi Big Boulder.

Mazajam aplim pieejama interaktīvā versija lietotnē Actionbound, tādējādi apvienojot pastaigu ar izzinošu spēli. Spēle iepazīstina gājējus ar faktiem par Virešu pagastu, liek atrast vietas un pieturas punktos izpildīt kādu uzdevumu.

To open the interactive route:
1. Download the “Actionbound” app.
2. Open the app and type “Virešu mazais aplis” in the search bar.
3. Register the players.
4. Follow the instructions and set off on your journey!

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BIG LOOP

The Vireši Grand Loop leads from the village of Vidaga through scenic forests, along the steep banks of the Gauja River and past dolomite quarries, to the Vizla rapids and dolomite outcrops. Along the way, it introduces visitors to historical sites, the landscapes of the protected area “Ziemeļgauja”, and local buildings.

Length: 15 kilometres.
Surface: forest trails and roads, gravel roads, and asphalt.
Terrain: slight
Elevation gain: approx. 150 m
The route includes stairs, and some sections run along the steep banks of the Gauja River, where the surface may be muddy and slippery during wetter periods.
In periods of high water, the “Kaķīša Mill” trail may be flooded; in that case, use the road leading to the open-air stage, which runs parallel to the trail.
The route is not suitable for pushchairs or bicycles.

The route includes the following points of interest: Exhibition of VirešiLocal History Centre ”Mājvieta”; Vidaga mill and Kaķīša mill trail; Vidaga open-air stage; larch plantings; Vizla nature trail; Tilderi nature trail.

Route map and navigation (gpx) file.

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More information about Vireši Parish is available on the Smiltene Municipality website, smiltenesnovads.lv.