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Look for "Lauku mājas" (country homes) or eco-friendly guesthouses near Lake Rāzna or Lake Drīdzis .

Freshly caught perch or pike from the surrounding lakes.

While trains connect major cities like Daugavpils and Rēzekne , a car is highly recommended to explore the countryside and reach the lakes.

A whimsical stop where you can see hundreds of handmade dolls and even dress up in 19th-century costumes Shmakovka Museum

A blend of military history and world-class art. The fortress is the only nearly 19th-century military fortification of its kind in Northern Europe. Old Believer Heritage: Slutišķi Old Believers' Village latgale trip v3

Check into a lakeside guest house near , the second-largest lake in Latvia. Enjoy a traditional Latgalian black sauna ( melnā pirts ) followed by a swim in the crisp water. Day 3: Rāzna National Park and Local Craftsmanship

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Explore the Daugavpils Fortress. This is the only remaining early 19th-century fortress of its kind in Eastern Europe.

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Don't leave without trying asuškas (sweet cream dumplings) and purchasing a jar of locally harvested forest honey. To help tailor your upcoming itinerary, tell me:

Following our previous guides, this update focuses on merging the timeless, must-see landmarks with sustainable, off-the-beaten-path experiences for the modern traveler. Why Latgale?

No meal in Latgale is complete without a taste of local, hand-crafted beverages. End your day by sipping a traditional or even a small glass of moonshine alcohol , a spirited local tradition.

Before the sun sets, drive into the deep pine forests to find Lake Čertoks (also known as Devil’s Lake). This tiny, near-circular lake is famous for its eerie, translucent turquoise-green water. Local folklore claims the lake is bottomless and haunted, noting that birds rarely sing near it and people often lose their sense of direction along its banks. Mysterious or not, its visual beauty is undeniable. Day 3: Rēzekne and the Ceramic Artisans A whimsical stop where you can see hundreds

Visit the Aglona Basilica. This white Baroque church is Latvia’s most important Catholic shrine. Millions of pilgrims gather here every August.

Over 1,000 lakes, perfect for kayaking, swimming, and fishing.

A car is essential to reach the remote, beautiful spots. Roads are generally good but expect some rural gravel roads.

Drive further southeast toward Aglona, a global site of Catholic pilgrimage. The landscape transforms here into rolling hills and dense clusters of lakes.