Žagarkalns
A ski and outdoor sports centre on the edge of Cēsis, offering winter skiing, summer mountain-bike trails and a launch point for kayaking on the Gauja River.
Žagarkalns is a slope beside the Gauja River valley and one of Latvia's more popular ski areas in winter. It has several runs, chairlifts and night lighting, suited to intermediate and beginner skiers. In summer it turns to mountain biking, a rope park and other activities. At the foot of the slope, on the Gauja River, boat rental points rent kayaks and rafts for trips to places such as Eagles' Cliff, with return transfers arranged. The slope is about 3 km from the old town. Prices and opening hours change with the seasons, so check the official website.
Opening hours
Open daily during the winter ski season; summer mainly weekends
Nearby sights
- Cīrulīši Nature Trails
- Cēsis Castle
- Cēsis Old Town
- St. John's Church, Cēsis
- Cēsis Castle Park
- Victory Monument & Vienības Square
- Āraiši Windmill
- Ērgļu Cliffs