Karosta Northern Forts
Ziemeļu forti
The ruins of coastal gun batteries from the tsarist-era Liepāja fortress. Huge concrete fragments lie half-buried in sand and surf, creating a bleak and striking scene.
The Northern Forts were part of the Liepāja fortress that the Russian Empire built in the late 19th century. The fortress was meant to protect the naval harbour, but in 1908 it was judged to have little strategic value and was abandoned, and some of the batteries were blown up. Today, huge concrete fragments lie on the beach, slowly eroded by Baltic waves. They have become the most recognisable landscape in Liepāja. Entry is free, and there are no fences. Take care when climbing on the ruins, as they are slippery when wet. It is about a 20-minute walk or bike ride from central Karosta.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- St. Nicholas Naval Cathedral
- Karosta
- Karosta Prison
- Oskars Kalpaks Bridge
- Karosta Northern Pier
- Liepāja Tram
- Great Amber Concert Hall
- Holy Trinity Cathedral