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Pļaviņas County

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1 Recreation complex “Mežezers”

+371 29345686, 26404745, www.mezezers.lv

2 Recreation complex “Avoti”

+371 29490111

3 Country house “Salas”,

“Krastiņi”, +371 29491863

4 Rest site “Labais krasts”

+371 26538740, www.labaiskrasts.lv

5 Motel “Bu-bū”

+371 65133273

6 Recreation centre “Gostiņi”

+371 65133311

7 Guest house “Arita”

+371 26757742

8 Odziena tavern

+371 27290000, 29258555, www.odzienasmuiza.lv

1 “Liepkalni” bakery and café Bread baking tours and bread tasting

Liepsalas, Klintaine Parish, Pļaviņas, +371 28301838, 26449567, www.liepkalni.lv

2 Pizzeria “Picotava”

Daugavas iela 68-2, Pļaviņas, +371 27080345, www.picotava.lv

3 Cafe “Savija” Raiņa Street 51a, Pļaviņas, +371 65134573

4 Cafe “Mazā raganiņa”

Daugavas Street 2, Pļaviņas, +371 29163297, www.mazaraganina.lv

5 Bistro, bar “Velniņi”

Lokstiņi, Klintaine Parish, +371 65129281

PļAViņAS COunty tOuRiSt infORMAtiOn CentRe

Daugavas Street 49, Pļaviņas, Pļaviņas County, LV-5120 +371 22000981, turisma.info.centrs@plavinas.lv, www.plavinunovads.lv

tOuRiSt SeRViCe CentRe “LAtVju SPīķeRiS”

“Liepsalas”, Klintaine parish, Pļaviņas County, LV-5129 +371 26161131, info@mezmalasvikings.lv, www.mezmalasvikings.lv

1 tOuRiSt SeRViCe CentRe “LAtVju SPīķeRiS” offers rides on the Viking Barge “Lāčplēsis”, sleigh rides in the snow, bike, Nordic walking stick and ski rentals, air pistol and archery rental. As well as a walking trail and cycling route.“Liepsalas”, Klintaine parish, +371 26161131, www.mezmalasvikings.lv

2 StuKMAņu MAnORBuilt in the 16th century, currently it can only be seen from the outside. You can also visit the family tombs (17th century) of the owners of Stukmaņi Manor, found near the Manor on the castle mound Vīnakalns.

3 jSC “LAtViA’S StAte fOReStS” PļAViņAS tRee fARMThis is the fourth largest tree farm in Latvia with more than 600 plant species in the assortment.+371 29196981

4 OLiņKALnSOnce one of the largest castle mounds in Latvia, now it is a tree-covered island in the Daugava.

5 KLintAine nAtuRe ReSeRVeNatura 2000 territory and home to a number of especially protected plant species.

6 PļAViņAS CAtHOLiC CHuRCHIt was consecrated in 2007 and dedicated to the glory of Christ’s Ascension. The church is open daily from 9:00 AM till 17:00 PM.Raiņa Street 47, Pļaviņas, +371 65134900

7 PļAViņAS St. PeteR’S LutHeRAn CHuRCHConstruction took place from 1911 to 1912. The church is built from dolomite stones just like many other buildings in Pļaviņas.

8 GOStiņi LutHeRAn CHuRCHThis church is unique with its dome roof and pulpit right above the altar, was completed in 1830. The geographical location of the main entrance also goes against the traditional canons of church building.Lielā Street 34, Pļaviņas

9 PļAViņAS fARMeRS’ MARKet A place to buy home-baked rolls, smoked fish, meat and chicken, fruits and vegetables, berries and mushrooms, cottage cheese and other delicacies for healthy living.Raiņa Street 59c, Pļaviņas, +371 27873332

10 tHe DAuGAVA RAftOn Daugava Street, right on the bank of the Daugava, a model raft placed on boulders and a stand tells rafters’ memories which are supported by historical photos.

11 BeBRuLejAS MeMORiAL StOneA memorial stone with the names inscribed of all 30 houses of the village which was flooded in 1965 during the construction of Pļaviņas HPP.

12 BuLKHeAD An almost 2 km long bulkhead protects Pļaviņas from the spring high waters. The bulkhead has become a popular recreation spot for leisurely walks or sports activities.

13 PļAViņAS ReGiOnAL MuSeuMA chance to learn about Pļaviņas County and its history.Daugavas Street 50, Pļaviņas, +371 28442692

14 StOne Of PeteR tHe GReAt The stone is considered to be one of the four boundary-marks of Lokstene with a carved coats of arms of the Archbishop of Riga and his vassal Vrangelis (not earlier than the 14th century).

15 SweDiSH fORtifiCAtiOnOnly remains of the ramparts and bastions have survived from the Swedish fortification built in the 17th century. The one in Gostiņi is one of the most impressive fortifications in Latvia.

16 ODzienA CAStLeThe castle of Odziena Manor, which was built in the middle of the 19th century, was once one of the most impressive neo-gothic buildings in Latvia. At present, the castle can be seen from the outside only.

17 VietALVA LutHeRAn CHuRCHThe church was built in 1814; the façade has been preserved as it was after the war – riddled with bullets. Services are held here every month.

18 VeSetA fLOOD-LAnD SwAMPNature Reserve, Natura 2000 territory where at least 10 orchid family species can be found. The nature reserve houses a partisan memorial site – restored dugout and cross.

19 exHiBitiOn HALL DeDiCAteD tO juRiS KALniņšJuris Kalniņš (1847–1919), teacher of Vietalva parish school, choir master and neo-Latvian. The class-room arranged in his memory will help you to learn about the work and activities of J. Kalniņš.“Skola”, +371 65129090

20 “DziDRiS” – home wineryOffering presentations and wine-tastings.“Ozoliņi”, Aiviekste parish, +371 65100305, 29186953, www.dzidris.lv

21 “GARzeķe” (LOnGStOCKinG)Candied fruits – healthy treats for sale. Visitors are welcome to book for a presentation and tasting.+371 29697703

22 “BuRSH” “We have no traditions. And yet we brew excellent beer!” This is one of the smallest breweries in Latvia. Every day from 10:00 till 17:00 the brewery welcomes visitors from near and far wishing to taste and buy BURSH light and BURSH dark beer, as well as to learn the story of brewing.SIA “ECOS”, “BURŠI”, Aiviekste parish, +371 29252115

SightSEEing objEctS USEfUl informAtion• Pļaviņas County Council, Dzelzceļa Street 49, Pļaviņas, +371 65133054

• Pļaviņas Post Office, Pasta Street 2, Pļaviņas, +371 65134440

• Pļaviņas County Library, Daugavas Street 49, Pļaviņas, +371 65134358

• Pļaviņas County Cultural Centre, Daugavas Street 49, Pļaviņas, +371 65134307

• Pļaviņas County Grammar School, Daugavas Street 101, Pļaviņas, +371 65133844

• Pļaviņas Art School, Daugavas Street 97, Pļaviņas, +371 65134000

• Pļaviņas Music School, Daugavas Street 4, Pļaviņas, +371 65134173

• Pļaviņas Municipal Police, Daugavas Street 54, Pļaviņas, +371 26458996

• Youth Initiative Centre “Ideja”, Daugavas Street 50, Pļaviņas, +371 65134040

• Fun and Development Centre “Pepija”, Daugavas Street 50, Pļaviņas, +371 65133040

• Pļaviņas Gym, Daugavas Street 43, Pļaviņas, +371 28617122

• Squash Hall, Rīgas Street 28, Pļaviņas, +371 29704563

• Emergency Medical Service, Daugavas Street 43, Pļaviņas, 113

• Railroad Station, Stacijas Square, Pļaviņas, +371 65116822

• ATM – Swedbank, Daugavas Street 85, Pļaviņas

• Gas Station “Lukoil”, Pļaviņas bypass, +371 67500532

• Gas Station “Pļaviņas”, AS “Virši A”, Rīgas Street 31, Pļaviņas, +371 65133056

• Gas Station “Klintaine”, SIA”RNS-D”, Oliņkalns, Pļaviņas County, +371 65122605

• Guide service +371 26449567

1 fARM “PīLāDži” Horseback rides and a nice place for walks.“Stēģi-2”, Klintaine parish, Pļaviņas County, +371 22088402

2 SPORtS CLuB VietALVA Stadium, playgrounds, cross-country skiing facilities and a campsite. “Mailes”, Vietalva, +371 28626845

3 SPORtS CLuB “juKO” Cross-country motorcycle race, Winter Sprint for beginners and enduro. Volleyball and basket ball courts. The cross-country track’s Start and Finish line is at the gas station “Lukoil”.Pļaviņas County, +371 26728575

4 SPORtS CentRe “jAujAS” Lit cross-country skiing track in winters, orienteering events in summers.“Jaujas”, Aiviekste parish, Pļaviņas County, +371 26171250, www.jaujas.lv

5 BiAtHLOn AnD SKiinG CentRe “jAnKAS”Aiviekste parish, Pļaviņas County, +371 26171250

6 “CiGORiņš” Downhill skiing trails, children’s hill, cross-country ski track, ski rental, a picnic area.“Cigoriņi”, Aiviekste parish, Pļaviņas County, +371 29203537

7 “MežezeRS” Recreation site, skiing tracks.“Mežezers”, Aiviekste parish, Pļaviņas County, +371 29345686, 26404745, www.mezezers.lv

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