Valle: Culture, History and Lake Valle

• The permanent exhibition at the Aktieru Amtmaņu Museum presents the family of the Amtmanis brothers, their life story and their work in the theatrical arts.
• Today’s Evangelical Lutheran Church of Valle was built between 1781 and 1785 and, following its restoration, combines a neo-Romanesque style with modern accents.
• Lake Valle covers 11 hectares. There is a recreation area there; fishing is possible for a fee.
• In Valles pagasts, you can visit the “Vallbrieži” fallow deer park, which is open to visitors, and feed the fallow deer oats and apples.

The Aktieru Amtmaņu Museum focuses on the family of the Amtmanis brothers, their life story and their work in the theatrical arts. The permanent exhibition thus offers a specific insight into a cultural theme of the area. A museum was opened on 5 August 1985 in the birthplace of the Amtmanis brothers, “Zvanītāju Bukas”. Both references form part of the family’s history and complement each other, without implying any particular visitor route.

Another cultural point of interest is Valle’s Evangelical Lutheran Church. It was built between 1781 and 1785 and has been restored. Its appearance combines a neo-Romanesque style with modern accents. The altarpiece depicts the Ascension of Christ and was painted by Ģirts Balodis and Roberts Vužis. The environmental object “Kardiogramma plus” can be visited next to the church. The Alfreds Amtmanis-Briedītis Prize is awarded every two years on 5 August.

On 16th-century maps, Valle was referred to as Wallhof. An important historical trace is Valles Valnis. This was a hydraulic defensive structure erected at the Valle estate at the end of the 16th century. The defensive rampart was 6 metres wide at its base.

A section of Valles Valnis is visible parallel to the Valle–Jaunjelgava road, from “Jaunbruntāli” towards the centre of the former Valle estate. This precise location information helps with orientation without suggesting that the historic rampart is now a completely preserved structure. Stories about Valles pagasts can also be heard as an audio guide via the “izi.travel” app. This offers an additional way to explore the regional background through narrated content.

With an area of 11 hectares, Lake Valle is a clearly defined natural point of interest. There is a recreation area by the lake, and fishing is possible for a fee. Fishing is also possible at the “Valle” recreation complex. These two details should be considered separately when making your own plans, as they refer to different locations and conditions.

Another experience is offered by the “Vallbrieži” fallow deer park in Valles pagasts. The park is open to visitors; there, you can feed the fallow deer oats and apples. Those who wish to give different emphasis to wildlife observation, water or cultural and historical themes will therefore find several specific options for planning their day in Valle.

If Lake Valle, fishing or the fallow deer park is more important, a nature- and leisure-focused stay will instead take centre stage.

Compare the specific hotel details with the programme you are planning in Valle.

What does the permanent exhibition at the Aktieru Amtmaņu Museum show?

The permanent exhibition presents the family of the Amtmanis brothers, their life story and their work in the theatrical arts.

What is Valles Valnis?

Valles Valnis was a hydraulic defensive structure erected at the Valle estate at the end of the 16th century. The rampart was 6 metres wide at its base; a section is visible parallel to the Valle–Jaunjelgava road.

Is it possible to fish at Lake Valle?

Yes. Fishing is possible at Lake Valle for a fee. There is also a recreation area there.

Is the “Vallbrieži” fallow deer park open?

The fallow deer park is open to visitors. Fallow deer can be fed oats and apples there.

For the higher-level travel overview: Valles pagasts.