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Mazā Ala (Small Cave) – Gutman's Cave loop from Turaida Castle

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Mazā Ala (Small Cave) – Gutman's Cave loop from Turaida Castle

Moderate

4.6

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Mazā Ala (Small Cave) – Gutman's Cave loop from Turaida Castle

02:02

7.08km

160m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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After 243 m for 457 m

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After 858 m for 1.01 km

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After 6.00 km for 868 m

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Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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177 m

Turaida Castle

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688 m

Jānis Graudonis Archaeological Trail Around Turaida Castle

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A small path that leads around the castle. A few information boards are available and explain some parts of the building.

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2.19 km

By the Gaujas river

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Accessible by stairs from the castle park, lovely view of the meander of the beautiful Gaujas river

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3.12 km

Bundulītis Pavilion

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3.38 km

Mazā Ala (Small Cave)

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A taste of the big cave a few meters further.

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3.99 km

Wooden Staircase Trail, Gauja National Park

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Small pulse-cleaning detour

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4.02 km

Rest area on Tauretaju Hill

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4.67 km

Gutman's Cave

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An ancient cave that was a tourist destination as early as the 17th century. At that time, the trend emerged to immortalize oneself in soft sandstone. The cave is decorated …

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7.08 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.01 km

1.43 km

1.09 km

500 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.31 km

1.21 km

1.04 km

720 m

398 m

392 m

Elevation

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Highest point (90 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Friday 17 July

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81 %

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Mazā Ala (Small Cave) – Gutman's Cave loop from Turaida Castle

Turaida Castle

Jānis Graudonis Archaeological Trail Around Turaida Castle

By the Gaujas river

Bundulītis Pavilion

Mazā Ala (Small Cave)

Wooden Staircase Trail, Gauja National Park

Rest area on Tauretaju Hill

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