Daugavgrīva Fortress, Military fortress at the mouth of Daugava River, Riga, Latvia
The fortress features strategic defensive structures including bastions, moats, and thick stone walls constructed using local dolomite materials at the river entrance.
Swedish General Rothenburg established the fortress in 1641 to control maritime access to Riga, making it a central point for regional military operations.
The fortress grounds host the annual Kometa festival since 2016, combining historical architecture with modern art exhibitions and cultural performances.
Visitors can explore the fortress grounds and military architecture during weekend hours from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM through guided educational tours.
The fortress changed its name multiple times under different rulers, from Dynemunt to Neumünde, and finally to Daugavgrīva, reflecting Latvia's complex political history.
Location: Riga
Inception: 1641
Founders: Albert of Riga
Opening Hours: Sabato-Domenica 10:00-16:00
GPS coordinates: 57.04518,24.03935
Latest update: May 22, 2025 18:08
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