Aluksne Municipality Holiday Deals

Alūksne Holiday Package Deals

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Holidays in Alūksne

If boring work convos are causing you grief, it might be time to dust off your passport and head off the beaten track for a while. Book a ticket to Alūksne and you'll be in an awesome spot to see the charming forests of Latvia!

The nation's capital city, Riga, sits about 180 kilometres to the west of Alūksne.

In the mood for some quality time with Mother Nature? Grab your car keys and check out Karula National Park, 45 kilometres from Alūksne. You can also savour a breath of fresh air at Lake Suurjarv, 35 kilometres away.

Learn about Alūksne's culture at the Nature Museum Environment Labyrinth.

Take a step back in time as you stroll around Aluksne Castle-ruins, Manor and Park. This historical site has plenty of stories to tell.

Venture outwards and see what's going on in Ruusmäe, 25 kilometres to the north. Many travellers come here for Vallamagi and Observation Tower on Suur Munamagi. Alternatively, Mae-Suhka is 30 kilometres to the north of Alūksne. Visit this place for easy access to Lake Kavadi and Vallamae Hiking Trail.

Locals often make the trip to Juba. This destination is 45 kilometres away and quite close to Estonian War of Independence Cemetery, Church of St Catherine and the Voru Town Gallery. If you're staying on a while, remember to swing by Catherine's Church and Pindi Church.

From kite surfing to wind surfing, there's a range of ways to get out on the water in Latvia. Just don't forget to pack your sunscreen!

Our holiday schedules are often at the whim of the weather forecast, but thankfully that isn't the case with everything. Rain or shine, see the region's history museums and mansions whenever you like.

When the weather is right, venture out to experience the surrounding area's open-air museums.

History buffs will be enthralled by the nearby castles and historic mansions. If that's you, do a little research and choose one to stop at first.

Learn all about the area's spiritual dimension by taking a look around its churches and cathedrals. Take some time out for your own quiet reflection or simply observe the locals in prayer.

Clothes? Check. ID? Check. But have you brought your appetite? With some fantastic food and drink to sample in this region, it's the one thing you shouldn't leave home without.

Are you keen to know some of the staple ingredients used here? Prepare to taste potato and egg in quite a few of your meals.

Of course, you can't leave Alūksne without sinking your teeth into galerts (jellied meat) or karbonade (breaded pork chops). Popular with locals and considered signature dishes, they are an essential experience for any self-respecting food fan.

You might be eating your way into elastic-waisted trousers, but fruit compote is worth every single calorie. This beloved dessert will make your taste buds tingle at the sight of it.

If you truly want to see the big pitcher, grab the hopportunity to sip on a beer. Schooner rather than later! Cheesy beer puns aside, make sure you order Uzavas, one of the most popular local brews.

Dedicated travellers usually put in some time to learn a couple of words in the local tongue. Many find that being able to communicate with the locals isn't just convenient, it's great fun too! You may be glad you learnt 'Vai Jūs vēlaties dejot?', which translates as 'would you like to dance?'. Perhaps you'll find 'Labrīt' a little bit easier to say? This means 'good morning'.

Be sure to mark the 18th of November in your schedule. In Alūksne this means one thing — Independence Day. A notable day of celebrations, this is a great time of year to be in the country.

Like all good things, your trip to Alūksne must eventually come to an end. When it's time to pack up your belongings and head off, say one last "Visu labu!" and spend your remaining holiday allowance on some postcards to take home.

When it's time to take to the skies, give yourself enough time to get to Riga International Airport (RIX). Sitting 190 kilometres to the west from Alūksne, this is the nearest terminal.