Igate Manor house

Igate Manor is a residential building in Vidriži Parish, Latvia, that combines traditional Baltic design with Neo-Renaissance features in its stone construction. The masonry work shows the craftsmanship of its era through its detailed execution and overall structure.

The building was designed in 1880 by Rudolf Heinrich Zirkwitz for the von Pistohlkors family, who made it their residence. Latvia's land reform in 1920 brought an end to private ownership and marked a turning point in the property's story.

The manor reflects the tastes of Baltic German landowners from the late 1800s in how it is designed and arranged. You can still see these choices today in the building's facades and overall proportions.

The manor sits about one hour's drive from Riga and offers parking for visitors. It helps to check opening hours in advance so you can plan your visit properly.

The property transformed from a private noble residence into a public cultural space, showing how Latvia's society changed over more than a century. This shift reveals how the use and meaning of such historic places have evolved.

Location: Vidriži Parish

Inception: 1880

Architects: Rudolf Heinrich Zirkwitz

GPS coordinates: 57.38000,24.68639

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:04