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Koknese castle ruins
Photo: Koknese castle ruins · Daarznieks · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Verified Aizkraukles nov., Vidzeme

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The ruins of a 13th-century castle on a high bank above the Daugava. A reservoir created by a hydroelectric dam built downstream in 1965 partly flooded the castle and the valley, so the walls now rise straight out of the water. Poles, Swedes and Russians fought over the castle in the 16th and 17th centuries.

AttractionsOutdoor & Nature

What to expect

  • Allow time to explore without rushing
  • Guided tours on request
  • Dress for the weather

Good to know

Address
Koknese, Aizkraukles nov.
Website
koknese.lv
Season
All year
Price
Prices on the business website
Kids
No
Outdoors
Yes

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

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