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The stone fortress stands on the right bank of the Daugava River, featuring remaining walls and foundations from its original 80-meter-long structure.

Built around 1185 by bishop Meinhard with stonemasons from Gotland, this fortress became the first stone castle in the Baltic region.

Archaeological excavations at the site have uncovered numerous artifacts that demonstrate the daily routines of medieval inhabitants in the Baltic region.

The castle remains now lie underwater due to the construction of the Riga hydroelectric power plant reservoir in the 1970s.

According to records, Semgalian tribes attempted to pull down the castle using ship ropes shortly after its construction.

GPS coordinates: 56.81547,24.50086

Latest update: April 1, 2025 07:47