Daugavpils Fortress
Daugavpils cietoksnis
A Russian Imperial fortress built in the 1810s, with bastions, gates and barracks largely intact, making it one of the most complete 19th-century fortresses in Eastern Europe.
Construction of the fortress began in 1810 as a defense against Napoleon. It was one of the most important military fortresses in the western Russian Empire, and after its completion in the mid-19th century it remained largely undamaged. Residents still live inside its walls. Visitors can stroll along the bastions and moats and see Alexander Gate, Nicholas Gate, the arsenal and the barracks. The visitor center offers guided tours and a fortress model. Entry to the grounds is free, but guided tours are charged. The fortress is about 3 km from the city center and is reachable by tram No. 1.
Opening hours
All day (visitor center approx. 10:00–18:00)
Nearby sights
- Mark Rothko Art Centre
- Latgale Zoo
- Daugavpils Regional and Art Museum
- Rīgas iela & Unity House
- Daugavpils Synagogue
- Daugavpils Shot Factory
- Saints Boris and Gleb Cathedral
- Church Hill