Piedruja – Churches, Museum and Daugava Trail
Piedruja brings together the Daugava River, a protected landscape area, churches and a municipal museum. Those looking for accommodation in Piedruja can therefore categorise the area according to different interests: the Piedruja Trail lies in the ancient valley of the upper Daugava within the Augšdaugava protected landscape area, while the churches and municipal museum offer insights into architecture and local history. Pastari and Krāslava are also part of Krāslavas Novads.
- Near Piedruja, the Daugava also forms the border between Latvia and Belarus; the state border runs through the middle of the river.
Key facts about Piedruja
The Augšdaugava protected landscape area near Piedruja is rich in rare and protected plant and animal species.
When walking along the Piedruja Trail, you can see the Daugava Stone. For travellers who take note of regional landmarks and cultural history in addition to the landscape, this individual object is a point of reference in its own right. Kombuļi is also part of Krāslavas Novads.
Which cultural monuments characterise Piedruja?
Piedruja has two churches with distinctly different architectural characteristics. Piedruja Catholic Church and its interior are among the outstanding architectural monuments of the late Baroque period in Latvia. The church also contains an illusion altar. The Orthodox Church of St Nicholas was built between 1883 and 1885 on the site of an older wooden church. Its design follows Old Russian architectural forms from the city of Vladimir as well as Byzantine architectural forms.
A landscape garden was created between the two churches. This means that the sacred buildings can be viewed not only separately; the garden also forms an independent part of the townscape. When comparing cultural sites, Rimšāni is also part of Krāslavas Novads.
What does the municipal museum show?
The Piedruja municipal museum has four exhibition halls; its collection covers several subjects and periods: on display are fragments of old maps dating from the 15th century to the present day, as well as household appliances and agricultural machinery from various periods. These objects reflect the lives of the local population. The presentation is complemented by themed photographic exhibitions.
The museum is therefore not merely a single exhibition, but combines maps, everyday objects, agriculture and photographs. Miglāni is also located in Krāslavas Novads.
What townscapes can you see along the Daugava?
From the bank at Piedruja, the low-rise buildings of Druja and its abandoned church can be clearly seen. The townscape of Piedruja and its surroundings is partly characterised by low wooden buildings reminiscent of views from open-air ethnographic museums.
Kaplava and Robežnieki are also located in Krāslavas Novads.
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When was the present Catholic church in Piedruja built?
The present brick Catholic church was built in 1759 after the previous church burned down.
What is written on the Daugava Stone?
The word Daugava is carved into the Daugava Stone in seven languages: Estonian, Finnish, Russian, Polish, German, Livonian and Latvian.
How can you prepare for a visit to the municipal museum?
Before visiting the municipal museum, visitors are asked to make contact at +371 28703566.
To the overview of the wider travel area: Krāslavas Novads.
