Latgale Trip V3 Jun 2026

Leave Riga early via the A6 highway, tracing the scenic Daugava River valley before cutting northeast toward Rēzekne, the cultural capital of Latgale. Morning: The Gateway at Jēkabpils

Conclude your road trip by exploring the easternmost edges of Latvia, where history dates back to the medieval Crusades. Morning: Ludza Medieval Castle Ruins

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Directly adjacent to the ruins is Zeimuļs, the Centre of Creative Services of Eastern Latvia. The building features an eco-conscious design with a green sod roof, sharp geometric angles, and towers that resemble traditional Latvian folklore symbols. Climb the outdoor viewing platforms for a unique perspective of the city. Evening: Sunset at Lake Rāzna

Drive slightly east of the city along the Daugava River bends ( Daugavas loki ) to the Dinaburg Castle trail. Walk the scenic wooden footpaths through the forest to see a scale model of the medieval stone castle that once stood on the high river banks. Spend the night at a local guesthouse overlooking the river. Day 2: Aglona's Sacred Sights and Craft Traditions Morning: The Basilica of Aglona latgale trip v3

. Stop in the villages surrounding Rēzekne (like Lūznava or Preiļi) to visit traditional potters. Latgalian black ceramics are made using an ancient wood-firing technique that gives the clay a distinct metallic, dark finish.

. Explore the medieval Krustpils Castle. It offers a panoramic view of the Daugava River from its look-out tower. Visit the open-air museum "Sēļu sēta" to understand early rural architecture. Leave Riga early via the A6 highway, tracing

Latgale is famous for its ceramics. Stop by a local workshop, such as the studio of the Ušpelis family, to watch potters use traditional wood-fired kilns and raw clay to create distinctive glazed masterworks. Day 4: Into the Wild – Razna National Park and Deep Lakes

To truly experience Latgale in 2026, you must engage with the local culture. Old Believers Culture Directly adjacent to the ruins is Zeimuļs, the