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Things to see in Skaistkalne (Latvia): 12 places and when to go
Skaistkalne is a town in Latvia, and this site lists 12 places in and around it, mainly Temples (4), Nature (4), Hiking (2). The best known are Camino de Santiago, Church of the Assumption of Mary in Skaistkalne and Chapel in Germaniškis. The best time to come is May to September; also possible: December to April and October. In June there are 17 h 23 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 37. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Latvia · 56.3803, 24.6432
- Places
- 12 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Temples (4) · Nature (4) · Hiking (2) · Wildlife (2) · History (1) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- May to September.
- Also possible
- December to April and October.
- Nearest airport
- RIX Riga, 73 km as the crow flies
What to see in Skaistkalne
The places in and around Skaistkalne, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Camino de SantiagoCatholic pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela, Spain3.8 km
- Church of the Assumption of Mary in SkaistkalneChurch building in Skaistkalne, Latvia3 m
- Chapel in GermaniškisChapel in Lithuania630 m
- Muoriškių pilkapių vieta IIArchaeological site12 km
- Evangelical Reformed Church in Nemunėlio RadviliškisChurch building in Lithuania8.1 km
- Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Nemunėlio RadviliškisChurch building in Lithuania8.1 km
- Tabokinės atodangaNature12 km
- Velniapilis rockNature3.7 km
- Ausekļu dzirnavasMuseum7.8 km
- dabas liegums „Paņemūnes meži”Protected area14 km
- dabas liegums „Zaļezera purvs”Protected area11 km
- Svētā Jēkaba ceļš (Rīga-Skaistkalne) 6 etaps: Brukna – SkaistkalneHiking7.3 km
When to go to Skaistkalne
The best time to visit Skaistkalne is May to September; also possible: December to April and October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible7:13
- FebPossible9:14
- MarPossible11:26
- AprPossible13:55
- MayBest time16:06
- JunBest time17:23
- JulBest time16:51
- AugBest time14:53
- SepBest time12:27
- OctPossible10:02
- NovBetter not7:48
- DecPossible6:37
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 17 h 23 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 37. In May, 12 of the 12 places are at their best.
When to go to Latvia in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Skaistkalne
The nearest main airport is Riga International Airport (RIX, Riga), 73 km as the crow flies. How to get around Latvia (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Bauska10 places28 km
- Lielvārde8 places39 km
- Ikšķile21 places50 km
- Viesīte11 places56 km
- Jelgava22 places65 km
- Upespils5 places65 km
And all of Latvia, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Skaistkalne?
The best known: Camino de Santiago, Church of the Assumption of Mary in Skaistkalne, Chapel in Germaniškis, Muoriškių pilkapių vieta II, Evangelical Reformed Church in Nemunėlio Radviliškis. In all, 12 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Skaistkalne?
May to September; also possible: December to April and October. In June there are 17 h 23 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 37.
How do you get to Skaistkalne?
The nearest main airport is Riga International Airport (RIX), 73 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Skaistkalne as the destination and these 12 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
- LatviaBefore travelling to Latvia: 5 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. For Spanish citizens, a Spanish ID card (DNI) is enough to get in.
- Temples151 places for temples in Latvia, from Riga Cathedral to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: May to September. Each with its own season by altitude and daylight.
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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