Piemineklis Ziemeļlatvijas atbrīvotājiem: A Tribute to Northern Latvia's Liberators
A poignant memorial in Plācis honoring the soldiers who fought for Northern Latvia's liberation in the pivotal Cēsis battles of 1919.
The Piemineklis Ziemeļlatvijas atbrīvotājiem (Monument to the Liberators of Northern Latvia) stands in Plācis, commemorating the soldiers who fought in the Cēsis battles in 1919. Created by Teodors Zaļkalns, it serves as a poignant reminder of Latvia's fight for independence and a place for reflection.
A brief summary to Piemineklis Ziemeļlatvijas atbrīvotājiem
- Plācis, Straupe Parish, Cēsis Municipality, LV
Local tips
- Consider visiting early in the morning or late in the afternoon for a quieter experience and beautiful lighting for photos.
- Combine your visit with a trip to other attractions in the Gauja National Park for a full day of exploration.
- Check local listings for commemorative ceremonies that may be taking place during your visit.
Getting There
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Walking
The monument is located in the center of Plācis, next to the bus stop and Straupe Community Center, making it easily accessible on foot from anywhere in the immediate vicinity. From the Straupe Old Post Station, head southeast along the A3 highway; the monument will be visible on your right within a few minutes. No costs are associated with walking.
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Public Transport
The monument is directly adjacent to a bus stop in Plācis. Check local bus schedules for routes that stop in Plācis. A single journey ticket from Cēsis to Plācis costs approximately €1-€3. From Riga, the journey will require a change in Cēsis and cost approximately €5-€8 in total.
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Driving
The monument is located directly off the A3 highway (Inčukalns-Valka road) in the center of Plācis. Limited free parking is available near the Straupe Community Center. From Cēsis, head north on the A3; the monument will be on your right. From Valmiera, head south on the A3; the monument will be on your left. There are no tolls on this route.
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