Lielmēmele Manor

Lielmēmele Manor is a two-story building with classical architectural features located in the Selonia region of Latvia. The estate sits on extensive grounds typical of larger rural properties from this era.

The von Ropp family owned the estate beginning in 1515 as Memelhof until the von Schlippenbach family acquired it in 1860. The property was nationalized in 1920 and subsequently adapted for new purposes.

The manor reflects the architectural traditions of Baltic nobility and shows how such estates functioned as centers of rural life. Its design reveals the way wealthy families organized their households and managed their lands.

The building currently operates as a specialized care facility and is not open to general public visits. The location is in a rural area, so having your own transportation is helpful for reaching the site.

During 1944 in World War II, the manor served briefly as a German military command center and hospital. This dual wartime role is often overlooked when visiting such rural estates today.