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Northern Latvia (Vidzeme)

To the North of Latvia lies Estonia and “middle” Latvia opens out before you in a patchwork of legends, castles, cities and rivers that hold the key to history in this area. Lush and green  (much like the rest of Latvia)  this is the heartland of what forms the Latvian identity and the wellspring that created the modern nation state of Latvia. Educated and artistic thinkers shaped the legacy left by each retreating regime to form a true Latvian spirit.

  • Cēsis castle ruins
  • Zvārte rock
  • Alūksne - Gulbene train
  • Boating in Salaca

Here the landscape follows the golden mean of composition, perfectly rolling hills, strong verticals and dramatic skies. This is where the great Latvian master Purvitis painted not summer, but the melting snows of early spring. If you see men in tall hats,  you are in Piebalga and this is as good as it gets!

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  • Gauja National Park
    The territory is established to protect the ancient valley of the Gauja River and the unique natural values of its environs. One third of all...
  • Sigulda
    If you wish to be carried away by history, Sigulda is the right place. Since the time when the tribes of Balts and Livs fought with the German...
  • Turaida Museum Reserve
    Turaida Museum Reserve is a cultural landmark with special protection status. The Museum Reserve contains a medieval castle, a church, a manor, the...
  • Aerodium
    Are you willing to fulfil a lifelong dream of all humankind – to soar like a bird in the air without any assistance? Go to “Aerodium...
  • Cēsis Old Town
    Cēsis is situated in the centre of Vidzeme and is one of the most beautiful towns in Latvia. The medieval castle ruins are the symbol of Cēsis and...
  • Cēsis castle complex
    The Cēsis castle ruins are the most impressive and most authentically preserved body of ruins in Latvia.
  • Āraiši Archaeological Museum Park
    Āraiši Museum Park is a cultural historical monument situated in the Cēsis region. It consists of reconstructed buildings from the Stone and Bronze...
  • Nature Reserve "Vidzeme Stony Seashore"
    Nature reserve “Vidzeme Stony Seashore” is located in Limbaži District in the rural area of the city of Salacgrīva and Liepupe parish....
  • Munchausen museum
    On the ground floor of the museum, you can see Munchausen's Hall of Fame - wax figures of many former and current celebrities have found...
  • Līgatne Nature Trails
    Līgatne Nature Trails offer the opportunity to become acquainted with landscapes characteristic of the ancient valley of the Gauja River. In the...