Water tourism recreation area in Salacgrīva

The Salaca River, the fifth largest river in Latvia, originates from Lake Burtnieks and is 94.4 km long. Salaca is the core of the "Salaca Valley" Nature Park, one of the most picturesque rivers in Latvia with outstanding natural values. read more ››

It is impossible to determine how old Salacgrīva is. The hillfort on the right bank of the Salaca River is considered the oldest part of the town. read more ››

The altar of the church currently houses an oil painting "The Ascension of Christ" by the Limbaži pharmacist K. Gelhar, which was placed on the altar in 1847. The pulpit and some of the benches date from the second half of the 18th century. read more ››

On 16 July 2016, the " Alley of Fame" was opened on the promenade. The idea was conceived by Dagnis Straubergs. In the alley, you will find 24 bronze palm prints of famous people who have visited our city. read more ››

The church was built according to the project designed by architect R. Pflug in 1849. His buildings reflected Byzantine architectural forms, which can also be seen in this church, where the so-called "Russian-Byzantine" style is combined. read more ››