From Riga: Ligatne Village and Gauja River National Park …
ID: GYG629229-1048003
Category:
Country: Latvia
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Discover the natural beauty of the Gauja River National Park on a trip from Riga. Explore the historical center of the Paper mill's village in Ligatne and visit national importance nature sites.
Explore the natural beauty of Ligatne Village on a guided hike. Discover the village's natural forests and Devonian period sandstone outcrops. See the historical center of the paper mill's village. Ligatne is also proud of the historical Ligatne paper mill, which was built in 1815 by two enterprising men. In the middle of the XIX century it was the main manufacturer of quality writing paper throughout the Russian Empire. At present, the ancient paper mill entrusts its memory stories only to tourists.
Stop in the center of Ligatne and set off on a hike. Enjoy the view of the cliffs from the opposite bank of the fairy tale Ligatne River. Climb the observation deck equipped above the cliff.
Stop at the Nuclear shelter built in Soviet times. Above this strategic secret object, a rehabilitation center was built and is still operating today. Ligatne Village is winner of “European Destinations of ExcelleNce” project, internationally known under the acronym EDEN competition as emerging tourism destination.
Highlights
- Discover the natural beauty of the Gauja River National Park
- Explore the historical center of the paper mill's village in Ligatne
- Visit the natural sites of national importance like Lustuzis cliff
- Learn about the history of the area and the Paper mill
- See the Nuclear shelter built in Soviet times and the rehabilitation center
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This is not easy walking tour, participants should be trained a little.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
