Jelgavas pils

The largest Baroque palace in the Baltics, built in the 18th century to Bartolomeo Rastrelli’s design as the residence of the Dukes of Courland in their capital, Jelgava. Today it houses the Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies, and its basement holds the family vault of the Dukes of Courland with their sarcophagi.

Attractions

What to expect

Allow time to explore without rushing
Guided tours on request
Souvenirs and a café nearby

Good to know

Address: Lielā iela 2, Jelgava
Website: visit.jelgava.lv
Season: All year
Price: Prices on the business website
Kids: No
Indoors: Yes
Outdoors: Yes

Details checked: October 2026. For current prices and opening hours, see the business website. Source: wikipedia.org.

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