The Top 20 Castles in Latvia
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 20
beautiful castles to choose from in Latvia. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from in Latvia. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: September 27, 2025
Built over 700 years ago, the palace is now the seat of the Latvian President.
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A reconstructed castle modeled after the 13th-century original. From the keep you have a great view of the surrounding forests and the Gauja. There is also a small park adjacent to the castle.
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The castle ruin is a very impressive testimony to the history that attracts the guests of Cēsis with its romantic charm of medieval architecture.
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The Small Guild in Riga is particularly striking due to its fairytale architectural style - a bit like a hidden castle in the middle of the city. It is a …
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Rundale Palace is a Baroque chateau and is often referred to as the Versailles of the Baltics. It is about 40 km south of Riga.
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Riga Castle, located on the Daugava River, is not only a magnificent architectural landmark, but also the official residence of the President of the Republic of Latvia. The castle's historic …
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Wenden Castle (Latvian Cēsu pils) is the ruins of a former Teutonic Order castle in the Latvian town of Cēsis (German Wenden). From 1297 to 1561, with brief interruptions, it …
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Beautifully designed castle with pretty grounds. Here sits the municipal administration of Sigulda.
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On the estate the Amtsmannshaus, Kutschenhaus and Schweizerhaus can also be visited inside.
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The stairs were a nice change from the otherwise rather flat path. This is how the cycle gets going for a moment. :-)
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