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Sigulda

 
Overview

Sigulda is a town in the Vidzeme Region of Latvia, 53 kilometres from the capital city Riga.

Description

With a name that sounds like a mythical ogress, it comes as no surprise that the gateway to the Gauja Valley is an enchanting spot with delightful surprises tucked behind every dappled tree. Locals proudly call their town the ‘Switzerland of Latvia’, but if you’re expecting the majesty of a mountainous snow-capped realm, you’ll be rather disappointed. Instead, Sigulda mixes its own brew of scenic trails, extreme sports and 800-year-old castles steeped in legends.



Address
Sigulda, Ventspils Rajons
Latvia
URL:
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/latvia/eastern-latvia/sigulda