Sigulda is where the nature lives in the town, and is an integral part of it. The forest-covered valley of the River Gauja hides away many exciting, myth-enshrouded culture, history, and nature legends, as well as unique active leisure adventures.
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01 Walking along the river Loja
02 Rāmkalni-Sigulda. Left bank of Gauja (20km)
03 Sigulda-Krimulda-Sigulda (15km)
04 Turaida Ravines and Caves (6km)
05 The Wild Ravine of the River Vējupīte and Mound Paradīzes (10km)
07 Līgatne - Līgatnes Nature Trails (13km)
09 River Amata. Rocks and cliffs (21 km)
10 Best landscapes in the vicinity Āraiši (5km)
11 One day around Cēsis (24km)
12_Cēsis - Ērgļu Cliffs (14km)
16 Left Bank of Gauja. From "Rāmkalni" to Lake Baltezers (40km)
17 Allaži. One day around Sigulda and Allaži (43 km)
18 Along the Narrow Gauge Railway Line (40 km)
19 River Gauja. From Valmiera to Līgatne (62km)
20 Primeval Valley of the River Brasla (25km)
21 River Gauja. From Līgatne to "Rāmkalni" (40 km)
22 Watching Plants on Piķenes Cliff (6 km)
24 Spawning of salmon-like fish in Gauja National Park (9 km)
25 Bird Watching in Gauja Nation Park
26 Animal Watching in Gauja Nation Park
27 Best places to shoot photos in the Gauja Nation Park
28 - Watching Nature in the Bīriņi Castle Park (7 km)
30 Right bank of Gauja. Rāmkalni-Bīriņi- Ungurmuiža- Sietiņiezis-Valmiermuiža (125km)
31 Left bank of Gauja. Rāmkalni-Sigulda-Līgatne-Cēsis-Veselava-Valmiermuiža (150km)
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5 cycling routes in Sigulda and its surroundings with total length of 120 km. To convert GPS files, use GPS Vizualizer.
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We invite you to visit the historical centre of Sigulda! The origins of the town of Sigulda can be found right here, in this strategically chosen and scenic location.
Time has left countless strata here from time the castle was built back in the13th century through to the time it lost its importance as a military fortification in the 18th century.A century later, the castle ruins had become a popular place for lovers to embark on romantic walks. Meanwhile, the outer castle was flourishing. In its grounds, the Kropotkin family built the New Sigulda Castle and established the centre of the manor, thus initiating the traditions of tourism in Sigulda.
In surviving World War I, the Latvian Association of Journalists and Writer took up residence in the castle. Both the manor buildings and New Castle underwent major renovations in 1937, transforming the interior of the castle into a pearl of Romanticism, leaving the outer façade as the sole example of the castle’s historical neo-Gothic appearance.
After World War II, for almost 40 years, access to the castle grounds was restricted and medical institutions were installed in the buildings. With the restoration of the country’s independence, the Sigulda Castle regained its status as popular leisure spot for local residents and visitors to the castle.
With the support of the local council, the historical centre’s buildings have been restored and they have become workshops used by energetic and creative Sigulda craftsmen.
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The origins of the ancient Gauja River valley go back more than 350 million years, but its current ravine-ridden terrain was moulded by the glacier meltwater at the end of the Ice Age. The Gauja, which is the longest river in Latvia (452 km), winds through the national park. The river once served as a trading route, and the Livonians built their settlements on its banks. Strong stone castles, which were enclosed by steep slopes and deep valleys, were built in the 13th century. The cities and the social and cultural life grew around these castles.
Today, the park is a place where legends of the past live alongside modern and cosy guest houses, restaurants and leisure spots. Here you can enjoy the aura of antiquity in old castles, receive a burst of energy at one of the ancient sacred places or experience the healing properties of the springs.
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An attractive travel guide for families and children. In the brochure small stories about Gauja National Park animals and popular tourism objects can be found.
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We invite everyone to take a leisurely walk and discover the places where our sporting legends honed their talents prior to achieving success and recognition for both Sigulda and the whole of Latvia.
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A number of mountain skiing tracks are arranged in the slopes of the Gauja River. They are illuminated, have ski lifts and equipment rentals.
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Discover more! Download your Sigulda audio guide!
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Tourism destinations in Latvia for people with reduced mobility
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An attractive travel guide for families and children. In the brochure small stories about Gauja National Park animals and popular tourism objects can be found. Attachment
Susurs_ENG.pdf (9.7 MB)
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Conferences and seminars
Guided tours in Sigulda
Medical tourism
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