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PROTECT BALTIC

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An EU Mission Restore our Oceans and Waters project to preserve, revive and help the Baltic Sea thrive. 

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PROTECT BALTIC

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An EU Mission Restore our Oceans and Waters project to preserve, revive and help the Baltic Sea thrive. 

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MPA Highlights

A haven for seabirds on the West Coast of the Gulf of Riga

Where the winds of the Baltic Sea sweep into the sheltered waters of the Gulf of Riga lies one of Latvia’s greatest natural treasures — the West Coast of the Gulf of Riga (Rīgas līča rietumu piekraste). This marine protected area (MPA), designated in 2010, stretches across more than 1320 km² of coastal shallows and deeper offshore waters.


Created to conserve both rare underwater habitats and globally significant bird populations, the site is a vital link in the ecological chain of the Baltic. Its size and diversity make it one of the cornerstones of Latvia’s marine conservation network.  

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PROTECT BALTIC project video

Find out more about our project's mission to expand and enhance marine protection in the Baltic Sea. 


In this video, you'll get an insight into  our core objectives, partners, and learn about the key work packages driving our efforts. 


Discover how we are working to safeguard the unique marine ecosystems of the Baltic and promote sustainable, long-term protection strategies.

MPA Community Network Platform

We have joined the MPA Community Network!

PROTECT BALTIC has joined the MPA Community Network.


The network is an umbrella initiative developed to centralize and connect MPA-related projects across Europe, as well as fostering collaboration among MPA managers, stakeholders, and conservation experts.

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