Swedish Gate, Medieval gate in Old Town, Riga, Latvia.
The Swedish Gate features stone walls and a pointed archway integrated into the historic defensive fortifications of Old Town Riga.
Built in 1698 during Swedish rule, this gate provided essential access to military barracks outside the city walls and remains the last standing gate.
Local folklore includes a tale of a merchant who demolished his house to construct the gate, aiming to circumvent tax payments on imported goods.
Located on Torņa Street, the gate serves as a primary entrance point to explore the medieval section of Old Town Riga on foot.
The structure maintains its original architectural elements from the 17th century, displaying different colored bricks from various restoration periods.
Location: Riga
Location: Torņa Street
Inception: 1698
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: Torņa iela 4-1a, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia 1050 Rīga
GPS coordinates: 56.95145,24.10638
Latest update: November 2, 2025 20:40
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