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Gutman's Cave – Turaida Castle loop from Sigulda

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Gutman's Cave – Turaida Castle loop from Sigulda

Moderate

4.6

(90)

304

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Gutman's Cave – Turaida Castle loop from Sigulda

03:49

13.5km

260m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 22, 2025

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Gaujas nacionālais parks

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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4.14 km

Steps to the Castle Ruins in Gauja National Park

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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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4.72 km

Mazā Ala (Small Cave)

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A taste of the big cave a few meters further.

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4.89 km

Gutman's Cave

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An ancient cave that was a tourist destination as early as the 17th century. At that time, the trend emerged to immortalize oneself in soft sandstone. The cave is decorated …

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7.67 km

Turaida Castle

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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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7.81 km

View from Turaida Castle Tower

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From the castle tower you have a great view of the bend of the Gauja river. You just have to climb a few steps.

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7.83 km

View from Turaida Castle Tower

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walk up all the stairs and enjoy the view

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10.2 km

Riverside Picnic Area on the Gauja

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11.4 km

View of the Gauja Bridge and the Gauja River

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You have a great view of the river, forest and the cable car that hovers directly above you.

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13.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.60 km

4.03 km

2.78 km

690 m

393 m

Surfaces

3.80 km

2.62 km

2.50 km

2.19 km

1.35 km

1.02 km

Elevation

Highest point (100 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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Steps to the Castle Ruins in Gauja National Park

Mazā Ala (Small Cave)

Gutman's Cave

Turaida Castle

View from Turaida Castle Tower

View from Turaida Castle Tower

Riverside Picnic Area on the Gauja

View of the Gauja Bridge and the Gauja River

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