33. Dikļi–theplaceofthe1stlatviansongfestivalThe Song Festival Museum, Dikļi church, the venue of the 1st Latvian song festival, Grebu – Bļodas hill. * Guided tours. T. 26201765, 26649685 www.dikli.lv

34. DikļipalaceDikļu pag.The palace was built in 1896 in Neo-Baroque style and renovated in 2003. Initial wooden decoration elements are preserved in the interior, supplemented by magnificent collection of ancient fireplaces and stoves. Today – a four-star hotel, restaurant, recreation complex, conference rooms and banquet halls. * Guided tours (0,7/1 Ls/pers.), exhibition visit (0,5/1 Ls/pers.) T 64207480 www.diklupils.lv

35. viks’fairytaleparkDikļi, Dikļu pag.Walking trails, wooden statues of Viks’ fairytale characters, playground and picnic sites. * Tours under the guidance of the writer Viks are available. T. 64231933 www.vikaparks.dikli.lv

BurTNIekI AreA www.valmiera.lv, www.burtniekunovads.lv

36. sportsanDrecreationcentreAvotiValmieras pag.* excursion: BMX cycling track - Latvian BMX Olympic training base, BMX museum - hall of fame where visitors can see Olympic champion Māris Štrombergs’ bicycle. NeW Nature trail Labyrinth - the school of trees. Minigolf (1,5 Ls/pers). Golf, tennis, rooms for functions, picnic sites. NeW Bungee jumping trampoline Sienāzis ("Grasshopper"). T. 29499342 www.avoti.com

37. *vAlmiermuižAs Alus(valmiermuižabrewery)ltDDzirnavu iela 2, Valmiermuiža, Valmieras pag. Site tour, beer tasting NeW Private / corporate functions in the brewery; live beer, sauna equipment and souvenir / gift shop. T. 20264269 www.valmiermuiza.lv

38. *theJānisDaliņšmemorialroomDaliņi, Valmieras pag. T. 64222832

39. *paintballparkPAint PlusValmieras pag. T. 20274000 www.paint-plus.lv

40. *farmvildēni(01.04-30.11)rencēnu pag.The North African black ostrich and other exotic birds, peacocks, ducks, more than 20 hen breeds, turkeys, Shetland ponies and goats (0,5/1 Ls/pers.). T. 29126032

41. *organicfarmdulbeņi(01.05.-31.10)rencēnu pag.Shiitake mushrooms in coniferous forest, possible to learn about interesting developments in beehives (1 h, 1 Ls/pers.) as well as taste and buy fresh shiitake mushrooms and honey. T. 29165986

42. mountvelnakalnsnaturetrailBurtnieku pag.The 1 km long trail will take you to the eiķenupe valley, Mount Velnakalns and the Velnavotiņš spring. * Guided tour is available (1h, 0,5 Ls/pers.). Picnic sites. T. 64226502

43. *farmJAunJērcēniBurtnieku pag.Ducks, pheasants, quails, beavers, mini goats and rabbits (1h, 0,5/1 Ls/pers.) Angling in carp and trout pounds. T. 64226578, 26520865, 26115016

44. *burtniekustuD-farmBurtnieku pag.Guided tour (1 h, 0,50 Ls/pers.). Horse-back riding (10 Ls/h vai 0,50 Ls/pers.), carriage rides (1 h, 15 Ls). The stud-farm hosts the largest library about horse breeding in the Baltic States. T. 29452833 www.burtniekuzirgaudzetava.com

45. museumofburtniekiregionhistoryJaunatnes iela 15, BurtniekiHistorical / archealogical exhibition about people, artefacts and events of Burtnieki region. T. 64226502

46. vīsragstrailBurtnieki, Burtnieku pag.The 2.7 km long nature and cultural history trail heralds the history of Burtnieki manor and park, it takes you to the bird observation tower in the flood land meadows of Lake Burtnieks. * Guided tour is available (2 h, 0,50 Ls/pers.) T. 64226502

47. *Z.skrastiņasgarDenBurtnieku pag.The secrets of landscape gardening, flowers and plants T. 64226341

48. paintballatKrustiņiBurtnieku pag.Paintball in the forest, trampoline, guest house. T. 27810181 www.peintbola-mezs.lv

49. burtniekichurchanDvicarage Burtnieku pag.Visit the church and vicarage. Climb the tower. T. 26479451

50. *farmAdzelviešiBurtnieku pag.Hemp cultivation, hemp butter production and tasting. Interactive excursion (1,5 h, 1 Ls/pers.). T. 29253507, 29124667 www.adzelviesi.lv

51. *brieDetavernBurtnieku pag.The complex comprises of several 19th century buildings which host the history and horse-riding gear museums (0,50 Ls/pers.) T. 29124573

52. st.matthew’slutheranchurchMatīšu pag.Visit the church. T. 26199854

rūJIeNA AreA www.rujiena.lv

53. *farmKlimPAsJeru pag.Sheep farming and sheep observing (1 h, 0,4 Ls/pers.). T. 64263281, 26355100

54. *farmleJAsvAgAļi(01.08-30.09)Jeru pag.Pumpkin cultivation – more than 30 sorts, sales of pumpkins and pumpkin seeds. T. 26594544

55. *farmlīgotnesJeru pagStory about chinchillas, chinchilla observing (1 h, 0,8/1 Ls/pers.). T. 64263777, 26119504

56. *rūJienasice-creamupes iela 5/7, rūjienaHow is ice-cream made? Ice-cream tasting (~ 20 sorts, 1 h, 1/1,2 Ls/pers.). T. 64263526

57. visit the green Art town rūJienALearn: why does the Sower have a scar on his neck, where are the Glendona hills, what do Gulbene`s Gulbis and Ventspils` Lenin do in rūjiena, why did the Japanese plant sakura trees in rūjiena, what is the border of the songs etc. * Guided tour (2 h, 0,5 Ls/pers). T. 26381413, 64263175

58. *bakeryliePKAlnirīgas iela 63, rūjienaSite tour and tasting (0,85 Ls/pers.). T. 26527520

59. *weavingworkshopAtsPoleltDSkolas iela 8, rūjienaSite tour (1 h, 0,2 Ls/pers.), sale of goods. T. 64263291, 29406962

60. *blacksmith’sworkshopKAlnmesterirīgas iela 65, rūjienaDemonstration and stories (1/2 Ls/pers.). exhibition and sales of works. T. 29481759

61. *rūJasbogVilpulkas pag.Learn about the development of a bog (1 h) T. 26426587

NAukŠēNI AreA www.naukseni.lv, www.rujiena.lv

62. JēčimillanDnaturetrailsNaukšēnu pag.7 km long marked nature trail for lovers of extreme and active recreation, rocks, biotopes and aurochs pasture grounds. rubber boots are necessary! * Thematic tours under the guidance of an eco-guide are available. Observing of wild cows and horses. T. 26124943, 26527214

63. *raftruhJAs donAldsNaukšēniPleasure rides Naukšēni – rūjiena (max. 20 pers., 40 Ls/group), ride in Naukšēni (min. 10 pers.., 1 Ls/pers.). Additional services during the rides are available. T. 29431081 www.naras.naukseni.lv

64. *humanmuseum,naukšēnimanoranDparkNaukšēnu pag.A tour under the guidance of a local guide, Naukšēni Ltd mineral water, quass and oil tasting (1,5 h, 0,6/0,8 Ls/pers.). Local guide available (5 Ls/group.) T. 29359390, 64268021

65. *eriņumotorcycleracingtrackĶoņu pag.Visit the racing track and race a bike (1 h, 0,3 Ls/pers.), a documentary about motorcycling. T. 26514524 www.mototrase.lv

66. *woolanDgrainprocessingatĶoņimillĶoņu pag.The only mill in Latvia where both grain and wool are processed (the machinery is more than 100 years old). Quilts and pillows filled with natural sheep wool. Production sales. Guided tour (1,5 h, 1 Ls/pers.). Guest house, picnic spots, sports games, children summer camps. T. 26424567, 28346892 www.konudzirnavas.lv

MAzSALACA AreA www.mazsalaca.lv

67. *stuDfarmsKAņKAlnes zirgiltDKalnameirēni, Skaņkalnes pag.Horse-back riding and pony rides, carriage rides, children are welcome to learn horse riding. T. 29170210, 64251347

68. *farmJAunbomJiSkaņkalnes pag.Cultivation of ornamental plants and black currants, eco-farming, site tour, plant sales, consultations (0.7/1 Ls/pers.). Camping area. Book in advance tomato soup and pancakes with black currant jam. T. 26464138

69. *farmdzintAriSkaņkalnes pag.Trušu ferma, strausi. Antīko automobiļu un motociklu kolekcija. rabbit and ostrich farm, collection of antique cars and motorbikes (0,7/1 Ls/pers.) T. 29459618, 26323044

70. * artists’workshopAKmeņKAlniSkaņkalnes pag.Creative workshops for groups tutored by artists (max 12 pers., 2-4 h., price as agreed). T. 64251309, 29783256

71. theskaņaiskalnsnatureparkParka iela 36, MazsalacaMarked nature trails, caves, rocks, wooden statues depicting epic tale heroes, picturesque views. * Guided tours (2-5 h). T. 26429500. Park admission fee 0,6/1 Ls/pers.

72. v.hirte’smuseumofwooDensculpturesrīgas iela 1, Mazsalacaexhibits over 400 carved wooden sculptures. Admission fee: 0,3/0,5 Ls/pers. or 3/5 Ls/group (<25/>25 pers.). T. 64251781, 26519165

73. exhibitionoffamilytreesrīgas iela 10, Mazsalaca exhibition of Mazsalaca area ancient family trees Turpinātāji  permanent exhibition. T. 64251191

74. DauģēnunaturetrailMazsalacaThe 10 km long trail will lead you through the Salaca valley biotopes, forest, swamp and flood land meadows. The starting point is the Skaņaiskalns rock and it stretches to the mouth of the ramata into the Salaca. T. 26429500

75. *NeWexcursiontostrawgranulesmanufactureunguri, Mazsalacas l.t.Straw granules - original way to produce "green" energy. Site tour. T. 29116337

76. *farmdAbriSēļu pag.exotic birds and rabbits (1 h, 0,3/0,8 Ls/pers.) T. 27014973, 64230631

77. sēļumanoranDparkSēļu pag.* Guided tour to Sēļu manor, Velnozols (Devil’s Oak), Pantene spring etc. (2 h, 3 Ls/h per group). T. 64268083, 26160682

78. *organicfarmviļļēniSēļu pag.Site tour and the possibility to buy organic vegetables. T. 29114209

79. *in the swAmPs And on the rocKs of rAmAtAramatas pag.Guided tour for nature explorers about the bog ecosystem (5 h, 3 Ls/h grupai). rubber boots are necessary! T. 64230566

* - contact before visit

publisher Valmiera TIC , Latvia, 2010

TOurIST INFOrMATIONvalmieratic Address: rīgas iela 10, Valmiera. T. 64207177 www.valmiera.lv tic@valmiera.lvrūJienatic Address: raiņa iela 3, rūjiena. T. 64263278, 29464888 www.rujiena.lv tic@rujiena.lvburtniekitip Address: Jaunatnes iela 15, Burtnieki. T. 64226502

www.burtniekunovads.lv burtniekubibl@inbox.lvbeverīnaarea www.beverinasnovads.lvvalmieraarea www.valmierasnovads.lvnaukšēniarea www.naukseni.lvmaZsalacaarea www.mazsalaca.lv

Travel to Valmiera regionOffers for big and small groups of travellers

Valmiera city • Valmiera area • Beverīna areaBurtnieki area • Rūjiena area

Naukšēni area • Mazsalaca area

VALMIerA www.valmiera.lv

1. valmieraolDtownBruņinieku iela, ValmieraMedieval castle ruins (13th to 17th century), Old Chemist’s Shop (1735), Walter’s hillock. * Guided tours in Valmiera and the Old Town are available (10-15 Ls/h). T. 64223620, 64207177

2. valmierast.simon’schurchBruņinieku iela 2, ValmieraThe church was built in 1283 and its medieval appearance has generally been preserved. Burial nameplates of prominent citizens from the 15th and 16th century and organ loft paintings (1730) and organ (1886) can be found here. There is an exhibition hall in the church tower and from its top one can view the panoramic scenery of Valmiera (entrance with donation). T. 64200333

3. valmieramuseumofregionalstuDiesBruņinieku iela 3, Valmieraregular exhibitions about the history of the region, travelling art, history and nature exhibitions. * educational programmes, lectures and excursions. * Wedding programmes for newly married couples and their guests. T. 64223620, 64224770

4. valmierarecreationalparkValmieraThe steep banks of the Gauja, Krāces canoeing course, J. Daliņš Stadium, Memorial Cemetery of WWII, Lucas hill and the manor house, open-air stage, Dīvala Cemetery, Idol Islet, walking trails and picnic areas. T. 64207177

5. valmieraDramatheatre Lāčplēša iela 4, ValmieraPlays for both adults and children. T. 64207335. * Behind the scenes guided tour (0,5/1 Ls/pers), T. 64207334 www.vdt.lv

6. artgallery lAiPArīgas iela 25c, ValmieraArt exhibitions of Latvian and foreign artists. Kultūras Laipa culture lectures series. Art sales, souvenirs. NeW Possibile to rent rooms for corporate events. T. 64233888 www.galerijalaipa.lv

7. artsalonzAigArīgas iela 31, ValmieraArts and crafts, jewellery, souvenirs. T. 64225746

8. scvAlmierAs stiKlA šķiedrACempu iela 13, Valmiera* Site tour (1 h). T. 64202287 www.vss.lv

9. veKoverltDAbula iela 6a, Valmiera* Site tour on how to produce ecological insulation materials from recycled paper. T. 64221269 www.vekover.lv

10. zAAo ltD(northviDZemewastemanagementorganisation)rīgas iela 32, Valmiera. What is modern waste management? * Guided tours to eCO fields, Daibe site, and packaging processing plant V.L.T. Ltd.T. 64281250 www.zaao.lv

11. NeWvAlmierAs ūdens(“valmierawater”)ltD.Grīšļu iela 6, ValmieraHow is drinking water produced? What is modern wastewater management? * excursions to Valmiera 2nd levelwater lift station, wastewater treatment works (1 h, free). T. 64226000 www.valmierasudens.lv

12. valmieraice-skatingrink/skateparkrīgas iela 43, ValmieraSkate rental, music and lighting (0,5-2 Ls/pers 1 h). T. 64207263 www.ezi.lv

13. viDZemeolympiccentrerīgas iela 91, ValmieraThe sports centre is built for the purpose of training high level national and international athletes as well as organising competitions in various Olympic disciplines. Ice-skating rink and a universal sports hall. Public ice-skating rink visits, skate rental (2/3 Ls/pers.). T. 64220660 www.voc.lv

14. activerecreationcentreežirīgas iela 43, ValmieraCycling and boat tours, hiking and adventure routes. * Tour guide services. * Organisation of recreational events and competitions, team-building programmes. NeW * open- air adventure park Ežu šķūnis. Sales, rental and repair of tourism equipment. T. 64207263 www.ezi.lv

15. travelagencyvAlmierAs tūrismA biroJsG. Apiņa iela 3-16, Valmiera* Guided tours in Valmiera region and Latvia. * Tour guide services. Plane, bus, ferry tickets, holidays, visas. Accommodation reservations. T. 64281393 www.valmieracelo.lv

16. cinemagAismArīgas iela 19, ValmieraHi-quality picture and sound, latest movies. * Possible to book theatre for private / corporate functions. T. 64222641 www.kinogaisma.lv

BeVerīNA AreA www.valmiera.lv, www.beverinasnovads.lv

17. activerecreationanDskiingcentrebAiļikauguru pag.Skiing, snowboarding, inner-tube slides. * Organisation of recreational, sports and entertainment events. Boat rides, equipment rental. * Arrangement of supervised summer camps. Camping, cafe. * raft expedition Baiļu Faktors (Fear Factor) along the Gauja. * Pleasure rides for groups on motorized rafts (with tent and barbecue), sports activities. T. 29284119 www.baili.lv

18. lovepathBrenguļu pag.Walking trail (2 km) along the Abuls for nature explorers, areas for picnic and campfire. The trail starts at the Jaunarāji camp-site. No special equipment is required.

19. *shrubbilberriesatfarmAbullāči-2Brenguļu pag.Shrub bilberry cultivation, tour and degustation (10 Ls/group or 1 Ls/pers.), sales of plants and berries. T. 29446454

20. *sctriKātAs siers ("trikātacheese") Baltā māja, Trikātas pag.Site tour, cheese making workshops, degustations. T. 22443812 www.trikatassiers.lv

21. *orcharDsatfarmsvitKAskauguru pag.Cultivation of strawberries, raspberries and apples, degustation of berries on the field during the harvest. T. 29478125

22. *organicfarmvīnKAlnikauguru pag.Cultivation of grapes, sales of plants. Picnic sites. Children summer camps. Guided tour along Miegupīte cultural and scenic trail, Nordic walking. Alfresco Italian cuisine degustation. NeW Summer pizzeria - make your own pizza on an open flame. Special events for newly married couples. Site tour (1 Ls/pers). T. 29491187

23. theZentamauriņamemorialroomkauguru pag. T. 29404221

VALMIerA AreA www.valmierasnovads.lv

24. *kocēnustuD-farmAstras, kocēnu pag.Visit the stables, horse-back riding in the countryside or arena (10 Ls/h), carriage rides (25 Ls/h). T. 26405147, 29120102 www.zirgaudzetavakoceni.lv

25. sietiņieZisrockVaidavas pag.The largest white sandstone outcrop in the Baltic States – 15 m high, 400 m wide. Picnic area. www.gnp.gov.lv

26. *collectionofchairsanDceramicsworkshopleJAsbregžiVaidavas pag. Interactive excursion in the ceramics workshop, stories about the old chair-making traditions in the region. exhibition hall showcasing works of regional artists. Special events for newly married couples. T. 29481519

27. *ceramicsworkshoprebeKAezera iela 2, Vaidava Site tour (groups to 23 pers., 10 Ls/group), pottery workshop and ceramics gift shop. T. 64284101, 29134262 www.rebeka.lv

28. *vaiDavaregionalstuDiesregularexpositionNākotnes iela 1, VaidavaNaturaland historical objects, manors, history of education, culture, famous people, household items, money, newspapers and magazines about Vaidava area. T. 28269677

29. *antiquitiescollectionmeldriVaidavas pag.Ancient tools, mechanisms, artefacts, stories about their working principles and application (1 h. 0,3/0,5 Ls/pers). Guest house, camp sites and picnic sites. T. 26323724 www.meldri-av.lv

30. *meDicativeherbsatfarmsilKAlniVaidavas pagastsInteractive excursion, growing, preparation and usage of herbs (1,5-3 h. Money no object), degustation, sales of herbal teas and herbal pillows. Picnic site. T. 29432176

31. *excursioninto the world of bees(01.05.-17.10.) Zvirgzdi, Vaidavas pag.The life of bees, excursion in the bee product processing shop (2 h, 1,5-2 Ls/pers), degustation and making of wax candles. Picnic area, swimming places, tent spots, sports grounds. T. 28341533, 29128862 valdamedus@inbox.lv

32. Zilaiskalns(thebluehill)kocēnu pag.127 m above the sea level, an ancient cult place that is rich in legends and tales.