Forgotten History
Sigulda Medieval Castle
Latvia
Sigulda Medieval Castle ruins are located on the edge of the Gauja valley in the Vidzeme region of Latvia. The original castle was built in 1207 as a castellum type fortress, later rebuilt into a convent type building. The residence of the Land Marshal of the Livonian Order since 1432. Due to its importance as a tourist attraction, the old castle walls have been fortified many times in the 20th century. The castle reopened its walls to visitors in 2012 and now encourages everyone to step back in time and enjoy the surroundings that bore witness to many historical events. It is possible to climb up the North Tower, the Main Gate Tower and enjoy the medieval aura.
- Category
- Forgotten History
- Location
- Latvia
- Address
- Pils iela 18
- Coordinates
- 57.16639, 24.85000
- How to get there
- Google MapsApple MapsOpenStreetMap
- Wikidata
- Q2089479
What is Sigulda Medieval Castle?
Sigulda Medieval Castle is a Forgotten History place on VeroMaps, on Pils iela 18. Other places close by: Turaida Castle, Lielstraupe Castle, Mazstraupe Castle, Rozbeķi Castle ruins.
Where is Sigulda Medieval Castle?
Sigulda Medieval Castle is in Latvia. Coordinates: 57.16639, 24.85000.
How do I get to Sigulda Medieval Castle?
Sigulda Medieval Castle is at Pils iela 18, Latvia (57.16639, 24.85000). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.