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Aizpute Essentials

Aizpute, one of Courland's oldest towns, preserves its medieval heritage through the 13th-century Livonian Order castle ruins and St. John’s Lutheran Church. The town is defined by the Tebra River and a vibrant creative community centered at the Serde art residency. This selection covers the town's key historical sites, local fruit wine traditions, and contemporary outdoor art installations that define the cultural landscape of western Latvia.

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Aizputes ordeņa pils

Stone ruins of the Livonian Order castle, originally constructed in 1248. The site features massive defensive walls and remains of the outer fortifications.

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Aizputes Svētā Jāņa luterāņu baznīca

One of the oldest churches in the Kurzeme region, dating back to 1253. The building features an 18th-century altar and a historic pipe organ.

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Aizputes novadpētniecības muzejs

Housed in the former New Castle manor, this museum exhibits the town's history, ethnographic artifacts, and regional craft traditions.

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Aizputes pilskalns

An ancient Curonian fortification site situated on the banks of the Tebra River, predating the 13th-century stone castle.

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Aizputes vīna darītava

A craft winery situated in the historic vaulted cellars of the castle tavern, specializing in wines made from local fruits and berries.

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Serde

An interdisciplinary art and humanities center hosting artist residencies and workshops focused on traditional crafts and cultural heritage.

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Ģirta Brumsona mākslas parks

An open-air gallery showcasing sculptures, installations, and landscape design created by local artist Ģirts Brumsons.

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Aizputes Novada dome

The administrative center of the municipality, located in a historic building in the town center.

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Valdas Jēriņas leļļu kolekcija

A collection of over 500 dolls, featuring handmade characters and antique pieces, displayed within the local museum premises.

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Aizputes Romas katoļu draudze

St. Ignatius of Loyola Catholic Church, a modern place of worship completed in the early 21st century.