City walls in Riga, Medieval defensive structure in Old Town, Latvia
The fortification system includes multiple surviving sections of stone walls, towers, and gates that encircle the historical center of Riga.
Construction of the walls began in the 13th century under German knights, with subsequent modifications and expansions continuing through the 17th century.
The walls contain architectural elements from German, Swedish, and Russian influences, reflecting the various powers that controlled Riga throughout centuries.
Visitors can access preserved sections of the walls near the Swedish Gate and Powder Tower, with guided tours available throughout the year.
Several medieval houses were built directly into the city walls when they lost their defensive function, creating an integrated architectural complex.
Location: Riga
GPS coordinates: 56.95136,24.10750
Latest update: March 9, 2025 17:58
Cat House
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Powder Tower, Riga
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St. James's Cathedral
178 m
House of the Livonian Noble Corporation
190 m
Swedish Gate
69 m
Riga Merchant Guild
181 m
Bastejkalns Park
187 m
Large Guild
190 m
Latvian War Museum
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Kleine Sandstraße 8
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Doma laukums 8A
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Vitrāžas (4)
191 m
Dzīvojamā ēka
110 m
Dzīvojamā ēka
91 m
Aldaru iela 11
78 m
Remains of City Fortification walls and Towers in Riga
4 m
Jēkaba kazarma, tagad - sabiedriska ēka
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Dzīvojamo ēku komplekss, t.sk. Zviedru vārti
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Noliktavas, dzīvojamo un saimniecības ēku komplekss
53 m
Aldaru iela 5
89 m
Īres nams ar veikaliem
161 m
Portāls un durvju komplekts
109 m
Fasādes dekoratīvā apdare
174 m
Fasādes dekoratīvā apdare
155 m
Durvju komplekti (3)
128 m
Dzīvojamo, saimniecības ēku un noliktavu komplekss
43 m
Commemorative plaque to Ilgvars Griezins
126 m
Commemorative plaque to Francis Trasuns
188 mReviews
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