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Major city · Latvia

Straupe

Spend a half‑day in Straupe to see Lielstraupe Castle and the nearby underground lakes; stay one night if you want a relaxed evening.

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Straupe is a small historic village in Vidzeme, best known for two medieval castles and easy access via the A3 highway. A few hours cover the main sights; a night adds a quiet local stay.

basic guide: no trip line yet
More
3 pages, for the metro and roaming-off days
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Weather
see forecast
Currency
EUR
Best months
May–Sep
avoid Nov–Mar (cold, limited daylight)
Airport
RIX
Nights
0

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This is a basic guide for Straupe: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
Rules in force · 8Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…Treat the Estonian, Latvian and Lithuanian borders with R…
  • Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
  • Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
  • Baltic states ↗Treat the Estonian, Latvian and Lithuanian borders with Russia and Belarus as closed to your plans: crossings are restricted, change within hours, and sit under advisories on the far side.
  • Baltic states ↗Book open-jaw flights (into Tallinn or Vilnius, out of the other) so the line runs one way; Riga is the biggest airport if you need a single hub.
  • Baltic states ↗Midsummer (23–24 June) is the biggest holiday in all three countries: cities empty, many businesses close and island and coast transport sells out.
  • Latvia ↗Latvia is in the EU and the Schengen area; the EU Entry/Exit System applies to non-EU visitors. Check the official EU and Latvian sources for your passport.
  • Latvia ↗Borders with Russia and Belarus are not routes for casual travel; check your government's advice before going near them.
  • Latvia ↗Validate public transport tickets when you board in Riga; inspectors fine unvalidated riders.

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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾

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  • Walking areas with bag rules
  • Day plans checked against opening hours
  • Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
  • Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Straupe110 ▾
  • Police110
  • Fire and ambulance113
  • General emergency112

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Straupe, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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Cost cheat-sheet

2026 desk estimate · check

Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.

  • CoffeeCoffee at local café€1–2 (≈ US$2–3)
  • Metro or bus rideBus ride (local)€2–3 (≈ US$3–4)
  • Budget bedGuesthouse room, a night, per person€10 (≈ US$12)

A day, not counting the bed: Budget €30 (≈ US$35) · Mid €45 (≈ US$55) · High €70 (≈ US$85)

Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →

DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Lielstraupe CastleMazstraupe CastleUnderground lakes (Vējiņu alas)Ungurmuiža Manor (nearby)
Airports
RIX Riga International Airport (≈100 km (62 mi) by road, bus or car)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Avoid

    0°C (32°F)

  2. Feb

    Avoid

    0°C (32°F)

  3. Mar

    Avoid

    4°C (39°F)

  4. Apr

    not flagged

    10°C (50°F)

  5. May

    Best

    16°C (61°F)

  6. Jun

    Best

    19°C (66°F)

  7. Jul

    Best

    22°C (72°F)

  8. Aug

    Best

    21°C (70°F)

  9. Sep

    Best

    17°C (63°F)

  10. Oct

    not flagged

    11°C (52°F)

  11. Nov

    Avoid

    5°C (41°F)

  12. Dec

    Avoid

    1°C (34°F)

Best: May–Sep. Avoid: Nov–Mar. Month by month →

Warmest Jul (22°C (72°F)), coolest Jan (−5°C (23°F) low), wettest Jan (10 rain days), driest Jul (5). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Straupe: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

0°C (32°F)

−5°C (23°F)

10 rd

Feb

0°C (32°F)

−4°C (25°F)

9 rd

Mar

4°C (39°F)

0°C (32°F)

8 rd

Apr

10°C (50°F)

3°C (37°F)

7 rd

May

16°C (61°F)

8°C (46°F)

6 rd

Jun

19°C (66°F)

11°C (52°F)

6 rd

Jul

22°C (72°F)

13°C (55°F)

5 rd

Aug

21°C (70°F)

13°C (55°F)

5 rd

Sep

17°C (63°F)

9°C (48°F)

6 rd

Oct

11°C (52°F)

5°C (41°F)

8 rd

Nov

5°C (41°F)

0°C (32°F)

9 rd

Dec

1°C (34°F)

−3°C (27°F)

10 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

Local bus on the A3 (E264) connects Riga and Valmiera; car or taxi is fastest for castle visits.

Nearest full guides

Straight-line distance, not travel time

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Cēsis

go

Door to door: ≈1 h total

Bus from Straupe to Cēsis, about 45 min

Historic town with castle and market.

Sigulda

caution

Door to door: ≈2 h total

Bus to Sigulda via Valmiera, about 1 h 20 min

Popular tourist spot; may be busy in summer.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

Daina Mezanci Brivdienu Maja

Guesthouse in Straupe, rooms from €10

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
€20–30 (≈ US$25–35) excl. bed
Mid
€30–45 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
High
€45 (≈ US$55)+ excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Guesthouse room1 × 1 night × €10€10
Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × €30€30
Bus ticket Riga–Straupe round trip1 × €12 · check€12
Underground lakes guide fee1 × €2 · check€2
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge€5
Trip total≈ €59 per person per day, bed included€59≈ US$70

2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.

Prices of common things

Coffee at local café€1–2 (≈ US$2–3)
Meal at Kafejnīca "Zem Ozola"€5–10 (≈ US$6–12)
Bus ride (local)€2–3 (≈ US$3–4)

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Straupe is safe for tourists; main risks are typical rural traffic and cold weather in winter.
  • Castle opening hours vary; check ahead (official sites).
  • Underground lakes require a guide; book in advance.

Emergency numbers

Police
110
Fire and ambulance
113
General emergency
112

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My bed tonight

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Uz šo adresi, lūdzuTo this address, please

Emergency

  • Police110
  • Fire and ambulance113
  • General emergency112

Embassy

US consulate in Riga; other embassies in Riga.

My embassy: —

Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Riga → Straupe bus: about €12 (≈ US$14) each way (check schedule)
  • Underground lakes guide: €1.5–3 (≈ US$2–4) per person (check availability)

Say or show

  • Atvainojiet — Excuse me / Sorry (atvaˈnojiet)
  • Paldies — Thank you (ˈpaldʲies)
  • Cik tas maksā? — How much is it? (tsik tas ˈmaksɑː)
  • Kur ir autobusa pietura? — Where is the bus stop? (kur ir ˈautobusɐ ˈpietura)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Straupe. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: May–Sep · avoid Nov–Mar (cold, limited daylight) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 3 bands
  5. 2 day-trips, door to door
  6. 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. Add a car‑rental option for flexible castle visits.
  2. Link to nearby Ungurmuiža Manor page for extended cultural tour.

Meanwhile

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Sources

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