Kronvalda parks

Kronvalda Park is a public park in the Northern District of Riga covering approximately 12 hectares with the Riga City Canal running through it, splitting the grounds into two sections. The space features walking paths throughout, a playground, roller skating areas, and access to parking facilities.

After the city walls came down in 1863, the German Riflemen Society established their training grounds here, beginning the park's transformation. This period marked the shift from military use to the creation of a public space for leisure.

The park takes its name from Atis Kronvalds, a key figure in the Young Latvians Movement who shaped national identity. This naming reflects the importance of cultural figures in how local people remember their history.

Visitors can rent boats, use roller skating areas, and enjoy the playground while underground parking is available. The park is most enjoyable during warmer months when all facilities are accessible and the paths are pleasant to walk.

The grounds contain 104 foreign tree and shrub species, including Latvia's largest willow and Riga's most substantial cork oak specimens. This botanical variety makes the park a notable destination for anyone interested in rare plants.

Location: Northern District

Inception: 1860s

Part of: Riga Canal parks

GPS coordinates: 56.95694,24.10500

Latest update: December 12, 2025 08:00