About Cēsis Municipality

Jaunpiebalga

The Jaunpiebalga Region – a Canvas of Color, Sound, and Emotion

The Jaunpiebalga area, uniting the parishes of Jaunpiebalga and Zosēni, is a vibrant tapestry where summer’s blooming hues meet the golden tones of autumn. Each parish is rich not only in natural beauty but also in ancient traditions and culturally significant landmarks.

Here, you can embrace the magic of winter on skiing adventures, immerse yourself in the picturesque charm of Baņuta Park, and breathe in the symphony of lilac blossoms.

Interesting facts

Since 2023

Jaunpiebalga has been included in the National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage – a testament to the living traditions and rich cultural identity that define this community

Izvēlies Piebalgu!

is a quality mark awarded once a year to local producers from the region

110,94 m

the length of the longest pub in Latvia, located in Jaunpiebalga

Local markets buzz with life as home producers share the fruits of their harvest and warm, heartfelt stories

This is a land where the countryside bursts with nature’s vivid colors and whispers of the past drift through the air. You can dance in the rush of the Gauja rapids or lose yourself in the melancholic melody of a waltz. Jaunpiebalga awaits every traveler with open arms – ready to create unforgettable memories together.

St. Thomas Evangelical Lutheran Church of Jaunpiebalga

The Church of Vidzeme – Jaunpiebalga Evangelical Lutheran Church was consecrated on 4 July 1804. Construction began in 1801 and was completed in 1804, followed by several reconstructions and extensions over time.

Gaujas 23, Jaunpiebalga

Emīls Dārziņš Memorial Museum “Jāņaskola”

A museum dedicated to the life and work of composer Emīls Dārziņš invites visitors to explore the 1871 school building, listen to stories hidden in personal mementos, and immerse themselves in the music of Dārziņš – all in search of the mystery behind his life, death, and artistic genius.

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Jāņaskola, Jaunpiebalgas pagasts

Museum of the First Latvian National Opera “Baņuta”

Baņuta Park is not only a cultural and historical landmark but also a place of scenic beauty and gentle healing energy. It is home to a museum dedicated to Latvia’s first opera Baņuta, located in the childhood home of the opera’s librettist, Artūrs Krūmiņš.

Viduči (Skrāģukrogs), Zosēni

Garais krogs - The Long Pub

A a national architectural monument. The Jaunpiebalga pub building and its surrounding complex represent a rare and well-preserved example of early 19th-century architecture. The pub was originally built in 1800.

Gaujas 21, Jaunpiebalga

Jaunpiebalga Local History Museum

Founded in 1977, the local history museum is located in the peaceful park of Jaunpiebalga Secondary School. It offers a captivating journey through the town’s past, cultural legacy, and educational heritage.

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Gaujas iela 41, Jaunpiebalga

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Local markets buzz with life as home producers share the fruits of their harvest and warm, heartfelt stories

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