Big and old trees in the Hotel Kārklu muiža territory.

1. Poplar 5.91m 
2. Common oak 4.31m   
3. Western thuja 1.54m 
4. Western thuja 1.50m 

The wooden footbridges in 500 meters

The wooden footbridges located in Jelgava in 500 meters from "Hotel Kārklu muiža" reveal another corner of the Jelgava city's nature for walks - the floodplain meadows of the Svete River. 

The total length of the boardwalks is about 1.6 kilometers and they connect with three gravel paths. In order to ensure the possibility of moving along the boardwalks even during floods, they are built at a height of 1.5 m, the width of the boardwalks is 1.8 m. For the safety of pedestrians, wooden footbridges are equipped with handrails in which a special mesh is installed. On the other hand, in order to promote the diversity of flora, meanders or wetlands have been created in the floodplain meadows on an area of 1.2 hectares, in which various plants have been planted, such as the fragrant kalme, the common reed and the willow vijmietins. Two information stands have been installed on the boardwalk platforms, which provide information about the meadows of the Svete floodplain, the flora and fauna found there, the peculiarities of the spring meadows. Boardwalks are meant for peaceful walks and observing nature. Three wooden environmental objects are placed near the footbridges - "Jelgava 755" (Jelgava technical school students), a wooden bench and a sculpture with lovers made of wood (O. Krauze). The objects were created during the Forest Days event "Forest enters Jelgava 2020". 

Jelgava centrum in 2,6 km

Jelgava state city centrum  located in 2,6 km from Hotel Kārklu muiža.

Jelgava will surprise guests with its ancient and rich history, modern solutions in telling history and active recreation in the calm waters of Zemgale. The Jelgava region is notable for its eventful history, which can be discovered in the region's manors and historical places, while visiting the region's home producers, enjoy the products carefully selected by the owners. Jelgava region invites you to active holidays, as well as connects guests and tourists with its natural and cultural-historical values. The state city of Jelgava The fourth largest city in Latvia with 61,000 inhabitants and a total area of 60 km2, it is located 40 km from the capital Riga. In the written sources, the name of the castle of the German knights was mentioned for the first time in 1265, when Konrad von Mandern, the master of the Livonian Order, ordered to build the castle on the island between Lielupi and Drix. In 1573, Jelgava gets city rights and a coat of arms. The old name of Jelgava was Mītava, which comes from the words "to dwell, to change", it has always been one of the economic, cultural and educational centers of Latvia. The rulers of several neighboring countries have been here both as guests and as conquerors - Peter I, Louis XVIII, Charles XII, Gustavus Adolphus, Alexander I, Wilhelm II, as well as other famous people in world history - musicians Schumann, Wagner, Rubinstein, the famous card player Cavallo , summoner of spirits Cagliostro, "heartbreaker" Casanova, etc. Jelgava is the birthplace of the popular Latvian rock group "Prāta Vētra" - all members of the group grew up here and spent their school years here. Jelgava is also known as the city of students - the Agricultural University of Latvia is located here. Jelgava is considered one of the greenest cities in Latvia, on its territory there is a nature reserve - the meadows of the Lielupe floodplain, where wild horses live.

https://visit.jelgava.lv/en/

Jelgava county all around

Jelgava county all around Hotel Kārklu muiža

Remarkable for its rich history and significant traditional values. Jelgava county is known for many historical events and significant culture history sites, as well as its simple, but special landscape of Zemgale plain. The county is being crossed by the second largest river in Latvia – Lielupe. Jelgava county is rich with impressive manor buildings of dukes of Courland and German baron families, worth-viewing churches, as well as wide leisure opportunities. The most remarkable memorial site is where the Christmas battles took place – in Ložmetējkalns, currently The Museum of Christmas Battles. Visitors can learn history from the exhibition and marvel at the renovated fortifications of German soldiers. People who prefer active leisure may spend time with their families at the many of nature walkways, enjoy horseback riding and training at one of the many stud farms, or take part at workshop with local craftsmen and mould some masterpiece of you own or visit Truffle garden "Truffland". Learn more about Jelgava district: www.jelgavasnovads.lv

Forests Nature Park Tērvete in 30,2 km

The Latvia's State Forests Nature Park in Tērvete is one of the most popular and family-friendly places in Latvia. The total area of it is about 1200 ha, one third of which is occupied by the Fairytale World, located in 30,2 km from Hotel Kārklu muiža.

Since 2000, when the park has been managed by the JSC “Latvia's State Forests”, large infrastructure improvement works have been carried out. We can safely say that it would require at least three hours to visit the park.   

The literary contribution of Anna Brigadere, one of the most famous Latvian writers, a bright playwright and a poet, can be felt throughout the territory of the park. Therefore, the traditional part of the park is named the land of Sprīdītis  – the main character of  Anna Brigadere's fairy tale “The Tale of Sprīdītis”. Here you will find the wooden sculptures depicting the fairy-tale characters from the works written by the writer Anna Brigadere: Sprīdītis and the giant Lutausis, the Forest King and his court, little Annele with her friends, as well as “alive” fairy-tale characters. If you want to take a great photo from Tērvete, you know – Lutausis and Sprīdītis can be found on the left bank of the Tērvete River, up the stairs from the Amusement Square. The Latvia's State Forests Nature Park in Tērvete includes several thematic sections.In the Dwarf Forest you can walk around the Dwarf Village with small wooden houses and thematic yards, the Dwarf Town “Cones” with bright houses and cobbled streets, climb the big wooden watch tower and meet the dwarves of Tērvete in the Dwarf Yard. The trails here are suitable for wheelchair users and parents with prams.

Various wooden sculptures can still be seen in the Fairytale Forest, including one of the oldest wooden sculptures in the park –  the King of the Forest. Here you can see the king's court, the guard and other sculptures made of wood. Right near, in the Witch's Pinewood, you can meet the inhabitants of the pinewood – bats, spiders, the devil and the Little Witch.

In the Amusement Square, you can walk along the obstacle trails,  the Sprīdītis and Lutausis trails, wander the paths of the wooden maze and find out the greatness of the wooden castle. Lutausis and Sprīdītis can be met on the bank of the Tērvete River. There is also a rest area with benches, tables and awnings, where you can enjoy your meal.

Various wooden sculptures can still be seen in the Fairytale Forest, including one of the oldest wooden sculptures in the park –  the King of the Forest. Here you can see the king's court, the guard and other sculptures made of wood. Right near, in the Witch's Pinewood, you can meet the inhabitants of the pinewood – bats, spiders, the devil and the Little Witch.

In the Amusement Square, you can walk along the obstacle trails,  the Sprīdītis and Lutausis trails, wander the paths of the wooden maze and find out the greatness of the wooden castle. Lutausis and Sprīdītis can be met on the bank of the Tērvete River. There is also a rest area with benches, tables and awnings, where you can enjoy your meal. https://www.mammadaba.lv/en/mammadaba-nature-objects/tervetes-nature-park

Rundāle Palace in 37,8 km

The ensemble of Rundāle Palace with a French garden is one of the most outstanding Baroque and Rococo architectural monuments in Latvia, built as the summer residence of the Duke of Kurzeme, Ernst Johan Byron,  located in 37,8 km from Hotel Kārklu muiža.

Rundāle Castle was built in two stages (1736–1740 and 1764–1768) according to the project of the Russian court architect Francesco Rastrelli. Most of the interiors were created between 1765 and 1768, when sculptor Johann Michael Graf and painters Francesco Martini and Carlo Zucchi worked in the palace. Unique examples of Rastrelli's early style also survive. The interior of the museum reflects the appearance of the palace in the second half of the 18th century, thematic exhibitions are also on display. The French-style garden was created at the same time as the construction of the palace (1736–1740) and restored, preserving Rastrelli's original plan. It has all the elements characteristic of a baroque garden: the ornamental parterre, the Green Theater, bosquets, pergolas, pavilions. Cultivated rose garden (about 2200 varieties), plantings of ornamental trees and flowers. Rundāle Castle ensemble occupies 85 hectares.

https://rundale.net

Ķemeru National Park in 43,9 km

Ķemeru National Park was founded in 1997 with the aim of preserving the values of nature, cultural history and resort science, promoting non-depleting economic activity, tourism and environmental education. The area of the national park is 38,165 ha,  located in 43,9 km from Hotel Kārklu muiža.

Kemeri National Park is a wetland park. However, it is only one of the natural values of the Ķemeru National Park.  The most important natural values • intact tall moss bogs, especially Great Ķemeri moor • moist and wet forests (shallow, swampy forests) • shallow coastal lakes rich in nesting waterfowl – Kanieris and Slokas lakes • dunes covered with dry pine forest on the sea coast and inland • meadows - floodplain meadows, wet meadows on calcareous soils • calcareous medicinal bogs • places and sources of sulphurous mineral water formation • internationally important resting places for migratory birds - Lake Kaniera and the Great Kemeri heath • rare and endangered animal species: wolf, lynx, otter, black stork, sea eagle, little eagle, buzzard, pond bat, smooth snake and others • 97 protected plant species, including many orchids, as well as rare species of mosses, lichens and mushrooms. 

http://www.kemerunacionalaisparks.lv

Riga International Airport RIX in 46,7 km

Riga International Airport (IATA: RIX, ICAO: EVRA) is the largest airport in Latvia and in the Baltic States,  located in 46,7 km from Hotel Kārklu muiža.

https://www.riga-airport.com/lv

Riga capital of Latvia in 48,2 km

Riga is the capital of Latvia and the main center of industry, business, culture, sports and finance in the Baltic States, as well as an important port city,  located in 48,2 km from Hotel Kārklu muiža.   

The historical center of Riga is included in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List and is notable for its Art Nouveau architecture, which, according to UNESCO, has no equal in the world. From its foundation in 1201 until our days, Riga has been the largest city in the Baltic States and one of the most prominent ports in the eastern part of the Baltic Sea. Politically and administratively, it has been the political center of the region for a long time, but since the 20th century - the capital of the Republic of Latvia.

Jūrmala in 49,1 km

Jurmala is the largest resort town in Latvia,  located in 49,1 km from Hotel Kārklu muiža.

Jurmala stretches for 24 km along the Gulf of Riga and Lielupi. The town traditionally consists of separate parts (listed from west to east): Ķemeri, Jaunkijmeri, Sloka, Kauguri, Vaivari, Asari, Valteri, Melluži, Pumpuri, Jaundubulti, Dubulti, Majori, Dzintari, Bulduri, Lielupe and Priedaine. Swimming pools and sanatoriums in Jurmala began to be built in the first half of the 19th century. during the Russian Empire

https://www.jurmala.lv/lv

Livu Aquapark in 53,2 km

Livu Aquaparks is one of the largest aquaparks in Northern Europe,  located in 53,2 km from Hotel Kārklu muiža.

It is open all year round. The total area of the water park is 18,000 m2. Several attractions unique in Europe are located in the spacious rooms and on the outdoor summer beach. Livu Aquapark is a popular vacation spot for families and tourists in the Baltics. Livu Aquapark is functionally divided into four zones: active entertainment with slides, family leisure, SPA complex and outdoor summer beach. In total, the water park has more than 20 different slides, 10 pools and many other attractions.

https://www.akvaparks.lv/en/