Sigulda

city in Latvia

45km

Madona

– A scenic town surrounded by hills, forests and lakes, and a winter sports centre.

109km

Riga

capital and largest city of Latvia

130km

Panevėžys

city in Lithuania

140km

Gauja National Park

national park

17km

Vidzeme

historical land (today: Latvia)

38km

Turaida Castle

47km

Sigulda Castle

Built in the end of 19th century. A restaurant and the city council are located in the castle. Close to the entrance of castle yard and the parking there is a small square full of cute sculptures of warriors, made from metal household appliances and stone.

47km

Sigulda Medieval Castle

Next to the Sigulda New Castle. Built in 1207 by the Order of the Brethren of the Sword. In the ruins there's an open air stage. Two towers are restored (in one of them you can try wearing armor and there is a locally-made candles shop at the top; from the top of the other one you can see impressive panorama) as are some corridors.

47km

Gutmanis Cave

Lies half-way between Sigulda and Turaida castle and has a little creek flowing from it. A legend states that the water in the creek emanates from Gutmanis' tears, and drinking it is supposed to be healthy and boosting one's lifespan. Try it at your own risk, or just watch people stopping by to fill entire bottles. Many inscriptions in the cave stem from German times, which you might be able to identify.

47km

Krimulda Castle

About 800 m further from Gütmanis Cave up the Serpentine road. The cable car takes tourists between Sigulda and Krimulda every half hour. This site leaves a breath of long gone times. The Krimulda Palace is about 400 m further southwest – see #Sleep. The palace features an interesting rehabilitation centre and hostel.

49km

Valka

city in Latvia

85km

Saulkrasti

city in Latvia

94km

Salacgrīva

city in Latvia

105km

Bauska

city in Latvia

131km

Rundāle Palace

château

148km