Center of Technics and Industrial design «Engineering arsenal» is the largest exhibition of motorized vehicles in Latgale region. It is a unique exhibition space of retro technology and applied design, which is located in the historic 19th-century building of the Daugavpils Fortress.

Four exhibition zones with a total area of 2500 sq.m. await its visitors: «Industrial design and Special vehicles», «Soviet vehicles», «Moto vehicles» and «Western retro car» sectors. In total, the center houses more than 40 retro cars, more than 80 motorcycles and mopeds, a large number of accessories, car and moto-models. A special role is dedicated to industrial heritage of Daugavpils city. Together it all forms a story about the development of technology and design in the region, Latvia and the world in total.

Center offers:

• Acquaintance with retro technique and design objects – permanent and temporary exhibitions;
• Guided tours (in Latvian, Russian and English);
• Observing courtyard of the «Engineering Arsenal»;
• Area for master classes and thematic events;
• The center can be visited as part of the “Latvijas skolas soma” programme.

Impressive two-storey building of the Engineer arsenal was built by architect Alexander Shtaubert in 1840-1845. Building is an architectural monument of state significance. Engineering arsenal was used to produce and repair armament supplies, tooling for fortification and combat engineer measures. 

Opening hours

I – closed
II – closed
III – 10:00-19:00
IV– 10:00-19:00
V – 10:00-19:00
VI – 10:00-19:00
VII – 10:00-19:00

Prices:
One person – 10 EUR
Group of 10+ per person – 8 EUR
Guide service – 16 EUR
Creative workshop per person – 3 EUR

50% off for schoolkids, students, seniors
For free for children under 7 y.o., I and II disability status, tour group leaders.

Contact for media and bloggers – aleksandrs.cvetkovs@daugavpils.lv
(+371) 26715700

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The First World War has left long-lasting scars not only in people’s destinies and hearts, but also in a large territory of present-day Latvia and Lithuania, where the so-called fronts were located for several years, including the “Life and Death” line. A complex system of fortifications with ditches, trenches and bunkers was built on both sides of the front line. Thousands of soldiers fought and died in fierce battles here, which is evidenced by the countless burials of fallen soldiers. Many concrete bunkers, impressive cannon and ammunition storages, and endless twists and turns of trenches built by German soldiers have survived to this day in the forests of Demene, Svente and Medumi Parishes of Daugavpils District.

Exhibition which is 113 sq.m. large consists of two thematic blocks. The first part is devoted to the events of the First World War in Europe and Latvia. The visitors can get familiar with the life of soldiers, with the innovations that arose during the First World War, as well as study what weapons were used by the German and Russian Armies. On the other hand, the visitors of the second thematic block have the opportunity to assume the role of a soldier and experience first-hand the everyday life at the bunker. An imitation of a Russian bunker has been created in the hall – a fragment of a trench with a small dugout, war attributes and soldier mannequins. A bunker of the Russian Army has been made because they were built of wood and have not been preserved to this day, while the concrete bunkers of the German Army can be seen in life by visiting the international route through the bunkers of the First World War. Much attention is paid to audio and video equipment in the hall with an imitation of a bunker as it gives visitors the opportunity to feel the atmosphere of the battlefield. Modern design makes the exhibition interesting and easy to understand for different audiences. However, more attention is paid to school-aged children, for whom visiting the exhibition is like a repetition of what they learn in history lessons.

The project is being implemented within the framework of INTERREG V-A Latvia-Lithuania Cross-Border Cooperation Program project LLI-501 “World War I heritage tourism route and expositions for attracting visitors to border area”

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Just next to the Bebrene Manor and its wall, there is a mill building with a miller’s residential house. The mill is arranged in the former storage barn built in 1836. The barn was rebuilt to be the mill in 1928, and the mill was opened by Indriķis Stukulis.

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The ensemble of Bebrene manor is one of the few in Selonia, where all the 19th century manor houses’ building elements have been fully preserved – manor house, auxiliary buildings, park with gates and fence. Bebrene Manor Park is an outstanding art monument of gardens and parks, one of the most visually expressive landscape parks in Latvia, its area is 7.9 hectares.

If you want to visit the Bebrene Manor Complex, make a pre-order by calling on +371 20205948.

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Medical exhibition with an exposition of birth control items is a permanent exposition devoted to the history of medicine that is located in Daugavpils Fortress.

Four large halls display objects, photographs and documents that tell the story of how people were treated in the last century and before. One hall is dedicated to medicine and medical care, the other allows visitors to get acquainted with the history of medical institutions that were opened in Daugavpils several years ago and are still working. The third hall is completely dedicated to contraception and various contraceptives can be seen here. In 2023, a new part of the exhibition was created about Covid 19 and the history of the use of protective masks.

The purpose of the exhibition is to show visitors what medicine used to be, how equipment, tools, etc. have changed. The special attention is paid to contraception in order to attract the attention of young people. They can look not only at the full range of modern contraceptives but also ask questions, talk with volunteer guides with medical education.

The exhibition was created by the Health Promotion and Education Society, the exhibition is based on a private collection that has been collected for over 30 years.

The narration is available in Latvian, Russian, Lithuanian and English. Audio guides are available.

Entrance for children under 16 years old – only accompanied by adults.

Entrance ticket – 4 EUR.
Pupils, students – 3 EUR.

Opening hours in summer:
Every day: 11 am – 5 pm
Groups have the opportunity to book visits at other times and days.

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Family Digital Activity Hub is a great place for recreation and entertainment with family and friends. Digital Activity Hub is the place to explore the technology of the 21^st century.

The offer:
Kinetic Quiz Collection
Check your knowledge about geography, literature, heraldry etc. of Latvia and Lithuania while doing some exercises.
Virtual reality
Great opportunity to see a video about cultural heritage objects and recreational infrastructure of Daugavpils, Utena, Zarasai and Preiļi through 3D glasses.
Interactive bicycle ride
While cycling on a bicycle enjoy the views of Eastern Lithuania’s and Southern Latvia’s popular tourism objects.
Xbox One game consoles
Choose the most suitable game from a variety of entertaining and developing video games.
Literature, board games
Books for children and grown-ups about geography, history, adventures and other topics. Domino, checkers, ludo and other games.
Interactive multimedia device “Mobile Magic Carpet” or mobile magic carpet
“Mobile Magic Carpet” is a device developed by the British company “Sensory Guru” that allows projecting interactive touch-screen applications on the floor. One or more participants can engage in activities using hand or foot movements and moving around the projected image on the floor. Hundreds of interactive games are offered to children and adults – football, air hockey and other sports games. In addition, various quizzes and tasks are available to test knowledge on a variety of topics, as well as a wide range of educational games for kids. There are also games that contribute to the development of attention, perception and memory, which are suitable for children with various disabilities.

All these activities are free of charge and available for every visitor. 

By prior agreement:
Group excursions
Interactive excursion “Try the possibilities of Family Digital Activity Hub!”. The context of the excursion can be adapted to the target group.  To apply for the tour, call +371 654 49090.

Family day
Saturday 10.00-17.00
An offer for families with the children. An opportunity to spend time and grow up together. A wide range of entertainment is available: board games, developing and educational books and hub’s technological equipment –interactive bicycle ride, virtual reality glasses, kinetic quiz collection, Xbox One games collection.

Opening hours*:
Tuesday-Friday: 10.00-18.00
Saturday: 10.00-17.00
Sunday-Monday: closed
*Opening hours before and during public holidays can change.

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The JuRita Mini Zoo is a great place for families where you can get acquainted with different animals. It is possible to contact with animals. Guests may purchase special items from the Zoo to feed animals. Here you can meet alpacas, lamas, kangaroos, camels, dwarf sheep and goats, ponies, donkeys, horses, rabbits and other animals.

Working hours: from  June 1^st to September 30^th

I – free

II – VII: 11.00 – 18.00

From October, 1^st to May, 31^th  JuRita Mini Zoo is open only on weekends from 11 am to 3 pm.

Entry costs:
Children under 3 years old, people with disabilities under 18 years – free of charge
Children from 3 to 18 years old, seniors, people with disabilities from 18 years – 5 EUR
Adults – 6 EUR
Animal feed – 1 EUR

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Silene Resort & Spa offers everything necessary for unforgettable holiday: comfortable accommodation in villas and comfortable rooms, relaxing SPA treatments, chef’s specialties at “Silenes Terases” restaurant, thrilling amusement rides and entertainment activities for children and adults that suit any taste.
For accommodation Silene Resort & Spa offers comfortable villas with all modern conveniences, free Wi-Fi and individual parking, cozy rooms in our hotel, as well as equipped locations for camping. Silene Resort & Spa territory all the amenities: restrooms, locker rooms, showers, hammocks and deck-chairs.
For more active leisure Silene Resort & Spa offers many exciting options: a rope course “Lynx trail” with various obstacles, the 400-meter flight over the lake, paintball, “Bear Hunting” game and equipment rent(various elektroskooters and bicycles, boats, catamarans, water motorcycles and many others things).
For our younger guests there is a children’s playground that is made in a form of pirate ship and equipped with various slides, swings and a festive hall. Also it has a Zoo with rabbits, chickens and a goat Rose.
Restaurant “Silenes Terases” will surprise you with a variety of dishes cooked with natural ingredients grown in gardens of Silene Resort & Spa. The restaurant offers also a special festive menu, taking into account all the client’s wishes. It is so easy to feel like a queen or a king in the elegant atmosphere of “Silenes Terases” with a view at the lake…
The ideal place for a bachelor party or a meeting with friends will be a stylish pub “Silenes Krogs” where you will appreciate the French flavor of the pub’s interior decorated in a rustic style, authentic menu and a fresh cold beer that will suit any taste.
Silene Resort & Spa offers teambuilding programs and exciting group activities: paintball, basketball, football, volleyball, racing on velomobiles and many other things.
An open swimming pool, hot tub, Jacuzzi, sauna, Japanese bath – Ofuro and large wedding tent for 200 people or smaller tent for corporate events are on the territory of the Silene Resort & Spa.

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“Sventes muiža”**** is a  comfortable out-of-town hotel located in the old-time manor in the scenic place of Daugavpils district. The atmosphere of the renovated count manor with modern facilities is perfect for vacations, romantic weekends, business trips or festivities.

Comfortable hotel rooms, intimate restaurant with delicate menu, smoking saloon, pool, Russian and Turkish sauna, jacuzzi, conference and seminar rooms, and special banquet offer for various celebrations – all are currently available for the guests of the hotel.  The terrace, pavilion in the fountain park and swimming pool in the yard of the hotel are at the quests` service in the summer season.

Nearby is located Military equipment collection.

Services:

• Comfortable rooms (each room corresponds to the name of one of 12 months).
• Restaurant, bar, banquet rooms for weddings, festivities or banquets.
• Seminar room and coffee breaks.
• Sauna, Russian and Turkish baths, Jacuzzi.
• Billiards.
• Secured free parking.
• Walk through the well-groomed surroundings (waterfalls and antique sculptures).
• Ability to inspect the collection of old paintings and a magnificent interior.
• Visiting the exposition of military equipment collection.
• Ability to pay by credit card.

The restaurant “Sventes muiža” can be described with sophisticated atmosphere, an attentive attitude of the staff and respect for classical European cuisine. A cozy atmosphere, warm fireplace light and pleasant music are set for relaxing and leisurely conversation. In the summer season, you can hide in the cozy gazebos near the fountain or on the terrace, and enjoy refreshing drinks and summer menu dishes. The distance from the city will make you forget about the haste, and to enjoy the full blend of a fun festive atmosphere or get into a romantic mood.

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If you want to enjoy the charm of Latgalian nature and to spend pleasant moments by the tranquil Vīrogna lake, You are welcome to visit the “Virogna” recreation complex! Here You can enjoy a bathhouse or fishing, go for a ride on a boat or a water bike, or just sit by the lake and spend a night in comfortable houses surrounded by the pine forest.
There are also wide possibilities to organize sport and recreational activities for companies and organizations of up to 100 people.
There is a cafe.

Available services:

• accommodation in cosy 2-bed, 6-bed, 8-bed and 20-bed houses with shower and WC;
• 3 banquet halls;
• Wi-Fi Internet connection;
• 2 saunas;
• parking lot;
• picnic area with grills and smokehouse;
• water bike rental;
• opportunities for fishing, boat rental and a boat dock;
• well-maintained beach;
• dance floor, football and volleyball fields, tennis court.

The price list (in Latvian) is available here.

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Creative Crafts House is a creative space for both ceramic enthusiasts and industry professionals. Every week, this space becomes a hub for creativity, where children and adults learn clay modelling and wheel throwing, led by master craftswoman and artist Lilija Zeiļa.

The Creative Crafts House also offers the opportunity to take part in workshops, masterclasses, and other creative or educational activities organised by the ceramic artists of the “Latgale” Studio (by prior arrangement). In addition, the large hall is available for rent for various cultural, creative, and professional events.

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The tradition of shmakovka production has been alive in Latgale for many centuries.

It is the largest and most contemporary Latgalian Culinary Heritage Centre in Latvia, which offers an attractive story about Latgale’s strong drink that has already become a brand in Latgale.

It is possible to gain knowledge of the process of making shmakovka with the help of the latest technologies, as well as to look at authentic and impressive production equipment in the three halls of the exposition (with a total area of 290 m2).

Along with the story about making a drink, it is possible to look at old photos and documents in digital exposition, as well as to become aware of the most important stages in Latgale’s history. The exposition also plays an educational role because it informs about the consequences of alcohol consumption. Here you can see a set of modern equipment related to the food industry which is used in the preparation of high-quality shmakovka.

Residents of local and more distant neighbourhoods took part in the creation of the exposition and donated various things related to shmakovka, for example, dishes, tubes, “hoses”, various measuring instruments, glasses and many other, perhaps even initially incomprehensible objects.

The centre has more than 200 different exhibits, the oldest one dates back to 1890.

The Latgalian Culinary Heritage Centre offers:

• To explore the process of making shmakovka in an interactive way with the help of the latest technologies. Information is available in six languages.
• To look at authentic and impressive production equipment.
• Guided tours in Latgalian, Latvian, Russian and English.
• Audio guides in six languages.
• Original souvenirs.
• Shmakovka tastings (provided by licensed shmakovka producer – local farm “Sēlija”).

Shmakovka exposition is located in Daugavpils city centre, in the Unity House (entrance from the Unity Square side).

Opening hours*:
April – October
I-VII: 11.00 – 19.00.
November – March
I: closed;
II-VII: 11.00 – 19.00.
*Working hours before and during public holidays can change.

Entry costs:

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Every traveller who wants to be acquainted with Daugavpils should definitely visit the Church Hill that has gathered the churches of four different confessions. Daugavpils Church Hill is located a clear distance away from the city centre, in Jaunbuve (newly erected building) neighbourhood. This neighbourhood was built in 1865 after the approval of the land-use plan for then named Dinaburg (one of the earlier names for the city of Daugavpils). At that time, Jaunbuve consisted mainly of one-storied wooden houses. At the end of 19^th century, red brick buildings started to appear as well. At the turn of the century, the population was beginning to grow. The congregations most of the religious denominations started to have more followers. The need for building churches appeared in this area. Martin Luther Cathedral (18 Novembra Street) was the first to be built in 1893. 1905 two more churches, the Daugavpils Roman Catholic Church of the Immaculate Conception (11a A.Pumpura Street) and the Daugavpils Orthodox Cathedral of St Boris and Gleb (2 Tautas Street), were built. In 1928, the House of Prayer of Daugavpils First Old Believer’s Community (16a Puškina Street) appeared.

Due to its amount of sacral buildings, the neighbourhood was named Church Hill. Church Hill is a unique place in Daugavpils. Churches of all four main religious denominations in Latgale exist within a relatively small area. This complex creates a unique panorama of Daugavpils. The churches became not only the religious centre of the Jaunbuve neighbourhood, but also its architectonic dominant. The complex of buildings contributes to the city panorama with its diversity of architectural styles, from Baroque and Neo-gothic to the Byzantine style. During the century the churches survived different times and political powers. The sacral buildings were destroyed several times, but every time they were reconstructed.

The fact that churches of all four different religious denominations have existed for a century within a relatively small area proves the inheritance of deep and strong religious traditions, as well as cultural and historical values in Daugavpils.

Viewing platform of Daugavpils Martin Luther Cathedral
The viewing platform is located in the church tower that rises up to a five-floor building, yet the very platform is at around 40 m height. From there you can enjoy the panorama of the Daugavpils Church Hill. Entrance – for donations. Information: +371 26315707, info@luterakatedrale.lv

Opening hours of the viewing platform:
April, 15th – September, 30th
On weekdays and on Saturdays: 10.00 – 16.00
On Sundays: 10.00 – 14.00
October, 1st – April, 14th
On Sundays: 10.00 – 14.00, or when booking a visit

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Daugavpils Fortress is a unique cultural and historical architectural monument of national significance, covering an area of about 150 hectares. It is considered the last bastion‑type fortress in the world that has survived without major alterations and still retains its unique fortification system. From a bird’s‑eye view, the fortress resembles the shape of a sun or a star, while some observers see the outlines of a turtle or a bat. Today, the fortress is one of the most popular attractions in Daugavpils.

The fortress is one of the districts of the city of Daugavpils, which is why it is open to visitors at any time of day.

Many interesting sites within the fortress are open to the public, including:

• Daugavpils Fortress Visitors Centre (offers guided tours around the historical territory of the fortress)
• Rothko Museum
• Martinsons House
• An open-storage chamber for contemporary ceramics from the Rothko Museum collection
• Centre of Technics and Industrial Design «Engineering Arsenal»
• Exhibition dedicated to medicine, featuring a collection of contraceptives
• Historical exposition “Nicholas Gates – a door to the past” (temporarily closed)
• “HouseVintage” — a gallery‑shop of historical furniture and interior items
• Bat Centre
• World War I Museum “Pie Komendanta”
• Retro car exhibition “RetroGaraž‑D”

Excursions around Daugavpils Fortress
Discover the history of Daugavpils Fortress — book a tour with an experienced guide.
You can sign up for a tour at the Daugavpils Fortress Visitors Centre by calling +371 65424043 or +371 28686331, or by sending an email to: cietoksnis@daugavpils.lv.

More about the fortress:
An equally important part of the fortress ensemble is its internal development. Around 80 buildings have been preserved here to this day, connected by ten streets, each of which still retains its historical name. At present, the fortress infrastructure is being restored, and its buildings are experiencing a period of revival. One such site is the former water lifting house, which now houses the Daugavpils Fortress Visitors Centre. The restored Commandant’s House currently accommodates the Latgale Regional Administration and the Daugavpils Department of the State Police, while the Artillery Arsenal building is used by the Rothko Museum. In 2023, the former Engineering Arsenal was transformed into the Centre of Technics and Industrial Design “Engineering Arsenal”, offering a contemporary perspective on the historical environment.

In recent years, several other significant objects of the fortress have also been restored. The Nicholas Gate, which in 2013 was recognised as Latvia’s best restoration project, has been renovated, as well as the wooden bridge that once connected the gate with the first riverside lunette. The guardhouse of the lunette has also undergone restoration, along with the rampart of the 7th bastion — a stretch of about 400 meters featuring casemates, which now house an exhibition of contemporary ceramics. A permanent exhibition dedicated to the renowned Latvian ceramicist Pēteris Martinsons — “Martinsons House” — has been created in the former gunpowder cellar. These projects have significantly reshaped the appearance of the fortress, making it even more attractive to visitors.

In 2018, the Daugavpils Fortress regeneration project was awarded the Council of Europe Landscape Award.

Construction of the fortress began in 1810 to protect the western borders of the Russian Empire in anticipation of the war with Napoleon. The project was entrusted to military engineer Major General Heckel, and in total, around 10,000 people took part in building the fortress, working continuously in two shifts. Immediately after the end of the War of 1812, construction resumed, and up until the beginning of the First World War, the fortress housed a garrison of the Imperial Russian Army. In total, the fortress could accommodate up to six thousand people.

In 1920, units of the Latvian Army were stationed in the fortress — specifically, three infantry regiments and one artillery regiment of the 4th Zemgale Division.

In 1940, the Red Army took over the Daugavpils Fortress. The previous garrison was disbanded, and the Latvian Army regiments left the site. During the Second World War, a prisoner‑of‑war camp for Soviet soldiers, “Stalag‑340”, was established on the fortress grounds. A Jewish ghetto operated in the bridgehead area, where Jews from Daugavpils and the surrounding regions, as well as from Lithuania, were brought. From 1948 to 1994, the Daugavpils Higher Military Aviation Engineering School was located in the fortress.

Today, the fortress is a city district with more than a thousand residents.

In recent years, the fortress has been developing rapidly and attracting an increasing number of visitors from Latvia and abroad. Numerous projects aimed at improving and revitalising the fortress and its surrounding area are actively being implemented. More and more families choose this place for walks, outdoor recreation, and photoshoots.

The fortress hosts a wide range of events at the city, national, and international level. Every year it hosts Museum Night as well as the European Heritage Days.

In 2015, a new tradition emerged in the fortress — the historical reenactment festival “Dinaburga 1812”. During this event, visitors can watch a reenactment of the 1812 events, when the French army advanced, and the fortress was bravely defended by Russian forces. In addition to the reenactment, the festival offers a wide range of activities for guests of all ages — both children and adults.

At the Fortress Visitor Centre, you can learn about its history and development, discover upcoming improvement projects for the area, and find information about future events. The centre also features an exhibition dedicated to the fortress, as well as maps and other tourist materials available for visitors.

During the active tourist season, the guardhouse building is also open to visitors.

In 2024, Daugavpils Fortress joined the Association of Latvian Castles and Manors.

In 2025, the fortress became a member of the European cultural network of fortified heritage “FORTE CULTURA”, as well as the European Federation of Fortified Sites “EFFORTS”.

Useful materials:
Map of Daugavpils Fortress
Daugavpils Fortress. Heritage. Tourism. Culture
Informative booklet: real estate in Daugavpils Fortress

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The only ammunition factory in the Baltic States that is available for tourists. Here is the oldest shot tower in Europe that still works. Exposition of factory’s history, lead shot production and hunting ammunition, exploration of the historical devices and tools and after the excursion, everyone can try the factory’s pneumatic ammunition in the factory’s shooting range. Note: Excursions are not held in the historical workplaces during the time of lead shot production.

ATTENTION!!! The visitor agrees to comply with DSR safety rules and recognises the potential risk to health! Children till 18 years can visit the factory only accompanied by an adult!

Daugavpils Lead Shot Factory is 3rd prize winner in the competition of ECTN (European Cultural Tourism Network) – “Destination of Sustainable Cultural Tourism 2015” (the theme for 2015 was “Industrial Heritage Tourism”) and also has TripAdvisor’s “Certificate of Excellence 2017”.

The offer:
The excursion in the historical Daugavpils Lead Shot Factory 
The excursion includes:
– The factory exhibition hall
– A film about the producing process
– Visiting the historical department and the machines.
– Climbing on the tower (persons under 18 years can climb only in the presence of parents/guardians)

Shooting range (opportunity to try factory-produced air gun pellets):
– 10 shots – 3 EUR
– 100 shots – 12 EUR

Information about prices here.

Schedule of the tours:
A schedule of the tours is available here.
Free/busy time slots here.

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Nature Park “Daugavas Loki” was created to preserve the unique natural complexes, natural, cultural and historical values and little transformed landscapes of the ancient valley of the Daugava on the site of Naujene to Kraslava. The bends of the ancient valley of the Daugava are considered to be the oldest geological formations in Latvia. The Nature Park “Daugavas Loki” as part of Augsdaugava protected landscapes area was recognized as the NATURA 2000 territory in 2004, but in 2011 this park was included in the Latvian National UNESCO World Heritage List.

The River Daugava is a structural axis for the Nature Park, forming a picturesque bends. There are picturesque landscapes from the banks of the river. Since ancient times the River Daugava was the main element of the development of this area – water trade route. Castles and villages were built on the banks of the river. An ancient but eternally young Daugava with its apparent calm watercourse had been conducting a titanic effort, for thousands years creating a unique valley that produces an unforgettable impression on each traveler.

The most characteristic peculiarity of Daugavas Loki nature its 8 meandres that stretches from Kraslava up to Naujene. The lenght of every meandre is about 4-6km, but the distance between them is only 2-3 km. Forests take up 38% of the whole park’s territory. Mainly it is a growth of nature park. On this score it is a one of the most valuable territories in Latvia. Mainly it is a growth of pine trees, fir trees and birch trees. Many area and peculiar species of plants can be seen in thw territory of nature park. On this score it is one of the most valuable territories in Latvia. Many protected species of birds are noted here. There are 23 known archaelogical monuments in the territory of the park including Vecpils and Markovas castle mounds, medieval settlement of Slutiski, Vasargeliski observation tower, Slutiski ethnographic village of old-believers etc.

Freely available to visitors every day.

Free of charge.

Excursion offers in Nature Park “Daugavas Loki”
Naujenes novadpētniecības muzejs, +371 65471321, naujenesmuzejs@inbox.lv, www.naujenesmuzejs.lv
Preliminary reservation is obligatory!

* “The Secrets of Augsdaugava”
The aim of this excursion is to give and insight to the Augšdaugava Landscape Protected Area and Daugavas Loki Nature Park, objects included in the route: Naujene Local History Museum, Vecpils Hillfort, Dinaburg Castle Model and a nature path, Vasargeliski Sightseeing Tower, Markova Cognitive Path, Slutiski Old Believer’s Village and exposition “Slutiski Old Believers’ Rural Court”.

* “Polish Cultural Heritage in Daugavpils District”
This excursion gives an insight to the Polish cultural heritage in Naujene Parish, objects included in the route: Juzefova Roman Catholic Church and Juzefova Manor Park.

* “Slutiski Novels”
This excursion is an attempt to introduce the biggest values of Slutiski Village: the well-saved housing and Old Believers cultural heritage.

* “The Stone Dinaburg Livonian Order’s Castle”
This excursion introduces Vecpils Hillfort – the place where Dinaburg (Daugavpils) was founded; it is possible to walk by the nature path to the ruins and the model of the Dinaburg Castle, after the excursion – have a rest on the “Knights’ Glide” (“Bruņinieku laukums”) – equipped outdoor rest place.

Guide services:
7.00 € – thematic excursion out of the museum, for 1 object/route for a group from 1 to 35 persons

Additional information:
The Nature Information Center is located in the Naujene Local History Museum (Naujene, Skolas iela 1)

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The childhood of the outstanding Latvian poet, translator, master of drama, public and political figure Rainis (1865 – 1929) has spent here, in the Berkenele Half-manor. Here the poet’s personality and worldview began to form and the first verses were born. Memories from here reflect in Rainis anthology of poetry “Five Sketch-books of Dagda”. Expositions devoted to the poet and different art exhibitions take a place in the manor now. It is possible to order excursions, participate in workshops and organize seminars, too.

 Museum offers:

• Rainis and Berkenele Exposition;
• Children’s Room Exposition;
• Art exhibitions.

 Opening hours:

May 15th – October 15^th Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 18:00 p.m.

October 16th – May 14^th – available upon request.

 Excursion offer (available upon request):

• “Trip around the Land of the Sun” – excursion around the house and garden; a story about Rainis childhood, watching films based on Rainis poetry motives; (for children and students).
• “The Road of the Sun” – excursion around the house and garden; a guide in a game way explains how did Rainis childhood events implemented his further life; (for children and students).
• “The Only View” – excursion around the house and garden; participants get acquainted with Rainis “Five Sketch-books of Dagda” anthology of poetry and visit mentioned in the poetry places; (for students and adults).
• “The Sun and a Boy” – excursion around the house and garden; the excursion is mostly held in Children’s Room Exposition, participants get to know what Rainis was dreaming of, which books he was reading and why the “sun” was his favourite poetic image; (for children and students).
• “Sacral Heritage” –excursion to Birkineli Evangelical Lutheran Church and cemetery; (for students and adults).
• Excursion route “Apple Taste Way”. The route includes: a visit of the orchard “Sēlija“, where its owner Alberts Mendriķis introduces with the farm, tell a “life story” of an apple tree, shows the apple orchard, warehouses and refineries. You are welcome to taste apple wine (apple juice for children); a visit of the Rainis House in Berkenele, getting to know the house and the garden of poet’s childhood; a rich choice of apple treats of the traditional Latgalian cuisine.

Workshops (available upon request):

• Wooden toy painting;
• Wool processing;
• Soap making;
• Weaving;
• Poker-work technique;
• Letter writing;
• Postcard making.

Entry costs:

1.00 EUR – for adults;

0.50 EUR – for pupil (18-year old, students) and pensioners;

4.00 EUR – family ticket (2 adults, 5 school-age children).

 Participation in workshops:

1.50 EUR – for adults;

1.00 EUR – for pupil.

Guided tour:

4.00 EUR – group less than 10 people;

7.00 EUR – group 11 – 35 people.

About the accommodation in the House of Rainis in Berkenele, you can find information here.

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