Salacgrīva Fortress, Medieval castle ruins in Salacgrīva, Latvia.
The stone fortress stands on the right bank of the Salaca river, featuring remnants of three defensive towers from its original construction.
Constructed in 1226 by the Bishopric of Riga, the fortress controlled access to the port of Salaca until its final demolition between 1702 and 1704.
The archaeological site preserves evidence of medieval military architecture and represents the strategic importance of river control in northern Latvia.
Located at coordinates 57°45′16″N 24°21′49″E, the fortress ruins are accessible through marked paths near the Salaca river mouth.
Russian, Tartar, Polish, and Swedish forces repeatedly attacked the fortress during the Northern Wars, leading to its gradual destruction over centuries.
Location: Salacgrīva
Inception: 1226
Address: Baznīcas iela
GPS coordinates: 57.75440,24.36367
Latest update: March 4, 2025 01:51
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