Here you are, a scenic and exciting route that can be fulfilled on foot or by bike / car.
Founded in 1797, Baldone Resort is the oldest one in the Baltics. In Soviet times, until 1991, this recreational institution used hydrogen sulfide mineral water and therapeutic mud extracted from Baldone, which attracted housands of vacationers and patients.
The sanatorium stopped working after the collapse of the Soviet Union and was completely closed in 1996.
Location: Baldones sanatorija
This park features the reconstructed historical sculptures of a squirrel – the symbol of Baldone, Mara and a lizard destroyed in the 1990s. The sulfur spring with a sculpture of a lizard, which was restored together with the historical pavilion, is included in the list of state protected cultural monuments. The sculpture of Mara was created in honor of the sulfur spring.
There is also a barefoot trail in the park.
Location: Baldones Sēravots “Ķirzaciņa”
The white castle with two towers, a large terrace in front of the entrance, a fountain and a park around it is one of the most remarkable objects in the city of Baldone. There is a music school hosting in the castle.
Location: Baldones Medibu pils
In the early 1920s, on the basis of the former railway, the Ikškile-Baldone horse tram was established to transport tourists. It was the only tram of its kind in Europe. In 1941, the German army dismantled the road and exported the rails for military purposes.
Location: in front of the White Castle
The Forest Gallery is located near the White Palace, embracing works of artists from different regions of Latvia.
Location: Meža Galerija Baldonē
The lake is located in the Baldone area near Riekstukalns. Its maximum depth is 12 meters, the area is 0.4 hectares. Locals advise against swimming in this lake as the water is muddy and the bottom is unstable.
Location: Lilijas ezers
The 16m high tower is located on a hill in the Riekstukalns winter resort, revealing a picturesque view of the local landscape and the tallest buildings in Riga.
In winter, you can enjoy skiing i Riekstukalns. An amusement park is open in summer.
Location: Riekstukalna skatu tornis
The State Astronomical Observatory is located 5 km from the town of Baldone, featuring a 1.2-m Schmidt camera – the largest telescope in the Baltics.
Location: Observatorija Baldone
The manor houses the Baldone Museum and the Baldone County Tourist Information Office. The manor park has a pond, a picnic area, and an alley of centennial lindens along the driveway.
Location: Mercendarbes muiža un aleja
The entire route may be completed in one day.
Material prepared by Juliana Iljina (Facebook: Places to travel in Baltic States; Instagram: jusjka)
