Daugava River Bends & Vasargelišķi Tower
Daugavas loki / Vasarģelišķu skatu tornis
The Daugava winds through the forest in a series of great bends. The observation tower overlooks its S-shaped valley, one of eastern Latvia's celebrated sights.
Daugava River Bends Nature Park lies about 20–30 km northeast of Daugavpils, where the river loops between high banks in eight great bends. Vasargelišķi Tower, about 30 m high, offers the classic panoramic view of the bends. The scene is especially spectacular in autumn, when the forest changes colour. Nearby are the Naujene Local History Museum, the Old Believers' village of Slutiški, and several trails. In summer you can join a raft trip on the river. The tower is about a 30-minute drive away, and climbing it is free.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Slutiški Old Believers' Village
- Lake Stropi
- Church Hill
- Saints Boris and Gleb Cathedral
- Daugavpils Shot Factory
- Aglona Basilica
- Daugavpils Synagogue
- Rīgas iela & Unity House