Alekšupīte Waterfall

Latvia


Disappointed in the modest height of Kuldīga's waterfall? Head over to what is – yes! – Latvia's tallest waterfall (4.2m). Sure it's lined with concrete and was once used for a mill, but the cascade is one more tick in the town's checklist of charm.


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