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Founded: 13th centuryCategory: Castles and fortifications in Latvia
Historical period: State of the Teutonic Order (Latvia)
Rating
4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)
User Reviews
Kristina (10 months ago)
One of my favorite places in Latvia. Beautiful in its own way at different times of the year
One of my favorite places in Latvia. Beautiful in its own way at different times of the year
Matty B (15 months ago)
When I think of a castle, Lielstraupe is pretty close to the castle I’d picture. Sadly I was only able to visit in the morning, and explore the grounds in the morning dusk. The grounds were open but none of the buildings were at 8am.
When I think of a castle, Lielstraupe is pretty close to the castle I’d picture. Sadly I was only able to visit in the morning, and explore the grounds in the morning dusk. The grounds were open but none of the buildings were at 8am.
Madara (15 months ago)
Open as a museum now, cheap entry. Very kind guide, a lot to see. We were able to check almost every single room. It's definitely worth visiting if you're a fan of old hospitals, etc.
Open as a museum now, cheap entry. Very kind guide, a lot to see. We were able to check almost every single room. It's definitely worth visiting if you're a fan of old hospitals, etc.
D. M.S. (2 years ago)
What a delightful castle to visit, completely unlike any other tour and any other castle I've experienced. Our guide, a charming young lady, spent a full hour showing us around. If you're expecting a cute, fully renovated castle, think again...this place was a rehab center for alcoholics and is pretty rough. Super interesting though and even more interesting that an American claims to own this place. I recommend it!
What a delightful castle to visit, completely unlike any other tour and any other castle I've experienced. Our guide, a charming young lady, spent a full hour showing us around. If you're expecting a cute, fully renovated castle, think again...this place was a rehab center for alcoholics and is pretty rough. Super interesting though and even more interesting that an American claims to own this place. I recommend it!
Oliver Veske (2 years ago)
This place is a fun maze. For 4 euros, you can explore almost all parts of the castle and the whole complex. You can go up to the tower and get nice views of the surroundings. The staff is friendly and love to talk about the history of this place. Be aware, this place might provoke uneasy or sad feelings- especially the basement. This place was a clinc for alcoholics and narcotics adicts until 2017. You can also buy suveniers and get some turism leaflets here. Would visit again!
This place is a fun maze. For 4 euros, you can explore almost all parts of the castle and the whole complex. You can go up to the tower and get nice views of the surroundings. The staff is friendly and love to talk about the history of this place. Be aware, this place might provoke uneasy or sad feelings- especially the basement. This place was a clinc for alcoholics and narcotics adicts until 2017. You can also buy suveniers and get some turism leaflets here. Would visit again!
