Ērgļu klintis, Protected sandstone cliffs in Gauja National Park, Latvia.
The sandstone formations extend for 700 meters along the Gauja River bank, reaching heights of 22 meters with distinct red and white layers.
The geological structure dates back 350 million years to the Devonian period when sedimentary rocks formed through the accumulation of marine deposits.
The name derives from the Latvian word 'ergeles', meaning organ, referencing the acoustic properties that create organ-like echoes among the rock walls.
Visitors can reach the cliffs through marked trails within Gauja National Park, located 7 kilometers from the town of Cēsis.
The fractured joints in the sandstone create natural spaces where rare Wall Rue ferns grow and various bird species establish nesting sites.
Location: Priekuļi Parish
GPS coordinates: 57.36060,25.26170
Latest update: March 4, 2025 13:55
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