🕯️ Brāļu Pormaļu “Vilkaču” nacionālo partizānu grupas piemiņas vieta 📜 Nacionālo partizānu karš, kas Latvijā turpinājās līdz pat pagājušā gadsimta 50. gadu vidum, negāja garām arī Sēlijas novadam, kur Seces un Sēlpils pagastos jau kopš 1944. gada rudens aktīvi darbojās brāļu Pormaļu partizānu grupa "Vilkači". 〰 Brāļu Pormaļu nacionālo partizānu grupa izveidojās 1944. gada rudenī, kad Paulis un Jānis Pormaļi vācu armijas pretizlūkošanas grupas "Cepelīns" (Zeppelin) sastāvā, šķērsojot frontes līniju pie Kokneses un pārejot Daugavu, atgriezās dzimtajā Jēkabpils apriņķa Seces pagastā. 📍Piemiņas vietas atrodas Daudzeses pagastā, Aizkraukles novadā. Atklāts pagājušā gadsimta deviņdesmitajos gados, pieminot brāļu Pormaļu vadīto nacionālo partizānu grupu “Vilkači”. 🎧2025. gadā projekta #MilitaryHeritageII ietvaros šajā vietā uzstādīta informatīva plāksne ar QR kodu, kas ļauj noklausīties audio stāstu par šeit notikušajiem notikumiem. 🔗 Uzzini vairāk: https://militaryheritagetourism.info/lv/military/sites/view/1060 Aizkraukles novads | Visit Aizkraukles novads #latlit #interreg #militaryheritage #heritagetourism #militaryheritagetourism

Today and tomorrow visit us at Adventur exhibition! We are presenting our project, showing that military heritage can be not only fascinating but also an inspiring travel theme. At the exhibition, you can: ✔ Discover military heritage sites – from forts and bunkers to museums and historical landmarks. ✔ Hear engaging stories that reveal the importance of our past for today. ✔ Get maps and practical tips on how to include these sites in your travel plans. Come and explore history from a new perspective, find unique experiences, and get inspired for your next trips. Stop by to chat – we’ll be happy to help you plan new routes and adventures. Strong yesterday – free today. Interreg Latvia - Lithuania Programme #latlit #interreg #militaryheritage #heritagetourism #militaryheritagetourism

🏛 Jēkabpils Aizsargu nams (tagad Tautas nams) ❔Vai zināji, ka mūsdienu Jēkabpils Tautas nams savulaik bijis viens no vecākajiem un nozīmīgākajiem Aizsargu namiem Latvijā? 🔹 Nams uzcelts 1937. gadā pēc arhitekta Makša Leca projekta un kalpoja Aizsargu organizācijas aktivitātēm, kā arī bija nacionālās kultūras idejas uzturēšanas centrs. 🔹 Tā arhitektūrā sastopami funkcionālisma un konstruktīvisma elementi, bet īpaši izceļama zāles sākotnējā interjera apdare tautiskā stilā ar auseklīša zīmi griestos. 🔹 1940. gadā Aizsargu organizācija tika likvidēta, un ēka kļuva par kultūras namu – kopš 1990. gada tā pazīstama kā Tautas nams. 📍 Par ēkas vēsturisko nozīmi atgādina 2016. gadā uzstādītā piemiņas plāksne pie ieejas. Visit Jēkabpils | Jēkabpils novads 🔗 Uzzini vairāk par objektu: https://militaryheritagetourism.info/lv/military/sites/view/942 #latlit #interreg #militaryheritage #heritagetourism #militaryheritagetourism

German Army Artillery Positions - Kimbartiškė Village, Lithuania From 1915 to 1918, this site hosted a complex of four artillery battery positions belonging to the 88th Division of the German 8th Army, which fought against the Russian Army on this sector of the Eastern Front. A typical German artillery battery here consisted of 2–3 fire platoons and a fire control unit. Each battery was carefully engineered with two covered gun casemates, staff quarters, and an ammunition depot. These reinforced structures were designed not only to withstand enemy shelling but also to conceal positions from aerial reconnaissance—a growing threat during WWI. All gun emplacements, the fire correction point, and the command section were interconnected by a telephone communication network, demonstrating the advanced coordination of wartime artillery operations. Today, visitors can still see preserved concrete fire correction points, observation posts, and shelter bunkers, offering a rare and authentic glimpse into early 20th-century military engineering and battlefield logistics. 📍 Kimbartiškė Village, Zarasai District, Lithuania A remarkable stop for anyone interested in military heritage tourism, WWI history, and forgotten landscapes of war. Interreg Latvia - Lithuania Programme #Latlit #interreg #militaryheritage #heritagetourism

Next week we’re heading to the Adventur exhibition – and we’d love to see you there! Find us at the Lietuvos kaimo turizmo asociacija stand. We’re excited to showcase our project, proving that military heritage can be not only fascinating but also an inspiring theme for travel. What’s waiting for you? ✔ Fresh insights into military heritage sites – from forts and bunkers to museums and historic landmarks. ✔ Engaging stories that reveal why our past matters today. ✔ Practical maps and tips to help you incorporate these places into your travel plans. We invite you to discover history from a new perspective and plan unforgettable trips! Strong yesterday – free today! Interreg Latvia - Lithuania Programme #latlit #interreg #militaryheritage #heritagetourism #militaryheritagetourism

Our goal is to promote military heritage sites and make them more attractive to tourists. One of the project activities is the installation of uniformly designed information panels at Lithuania’s key sites. These panels: 📌 Highlight the uniqueness and importance of each site within the context of Baltic military heritage. 📌 Provide visitors with more information and links to the international online platform. 📌 Help travelers recognize a shared route identity and understand that each site is part of a broader international tourism initiative. Such panels are already displayed at sites in Latvia and Estonia, and now they have arrived in Lithuania. 💡 Earlier this year, we installed the first panels at selected military heritage sites, and the remaining ones will soon be in place, offering visitors valuable information. This initiative is another step toward strengthening the visibility of Baltic military heritage and helping tourists discover our history. Interreg Latvia - Lithuania Programme #Latlit #interreg #militaryheritage #heritagetourism

Today, Lithuania marks January 13, known as the Day of the Defenders of Freedom. On this day in 1991, unarmed civilians stood together to protect the country’s newly restored independence against Soviet military aggression. Despite tanks, gunfire, and brutal force, the people of Lithuania showed extraordinary courage and unity. Fourteen civilians lost their lives and hundreds were injured during the night of January 13. Their sacrifice became a turning point in Lithuania’s struggle to secure its freedom and inspired democratic movements across the region. This date is a reminder of the power of civic resistance, the importance of preserving historical memory, and the human stories behind the sites we visit today. Interreg Latvia - Lithuania Programme #Latlit #interreg #militaryheritage #heritagetourism

🔥 Atmiņu ugunskurs Barikāžu aizstāvju atceres pasākums 20. janvārī plkst. 16.00 aicinām sasildīties pie atmiņu ugunskura Kārsavas kultūrvēstures centrs "Līču mājas" pagalmā. Ar dziesmām un stāstiem pieminēsim Barikāžu laika notikumus un to dalībniekus. Tiksimies, lai kopā sasildītu atmiņas, godinātu drosmi un vienotību!

On the military heritage tourism site, you can explore videos and reels showcasing a variety of fascinating sites and objects. The link to the videos can be found in the first comment.

Privātekspocīzija Abrenes Istabas 2025. gadā saņēma "Latgales Tūrisma gada balvu" kā "Labākais privātais tūrisma objekts" 👏 Ekspozīcijas saimnieka Dzintara Dvinska stāstījums ir patiesi aizraujošs, te var uzzināt par Latgales Nacionālo partizānu kustību, "čekas" represijām, apskatīt dažāda veida kartes, iepazīt tirgošanās pasauli un arī vērtīgās sarunās nobaudīt kādu kafijas tasi 😎 Balvu novada Tūrisma informācijas centrs | Latgales Tūrisma asociācija

Nākamo sestdien - 2026. gada 17. janvārī, turpinot godināt pulkveža Oskara Kalpaka dzimšanas mēnesi, O. Kalpaka muzejs un piemiņas vieta “Airītes” aicina uz vēsturiski izglītojošu pasākumu “Kalpaka kvests: Brīvības pēdas Kurzemē”! Pasākuma dalībniekiem būs iespēja pārbaudīt savas zināšanās par Latvijas Neatkarības karu, pulkvedi O.Kalpaku un Saldus novada militāro mantojumu. Var ņemt līdzi ģimeni un draugus un pavadīt dienu vēsturiskā gaisotnē un noskaidrot, kam ir asākais prāts! Par izzinošiem uzdevumiem un siltu tēju rūpēsies pasākuma organizatori. Savu komandu var pieteikt (līdz 4 cilvēkiem), rakstot airites@karamuzejs.lv vai zvanot – 22017465.☎️ Tiekamies O. Kalpaka muzeja jaunajā Saieta namā! Avots: O.Kalpaka muzejs un piemiņas vieta "Airītes"

Pasākums, kuru ir vērts apmeklēt: Ziemassvētku kauju atceres pasākumi 2026. 10. janvārī, Ziemassvētku kauju muzejā, Mangaļos! 11: 00 - 16: 00 Ekskursijas jaunajā brīvdabas ekpozīcijā. Izzinošas aktivitātes muzejā: izlūkspēle "Kauju vietu noslēpumi", orientēšanās spēle: "Ko domā seržants"? Pēc strēlnieku receptes gatavota tēja. 12: 00 - 16: 00 Latvijas armijas bruņojuma un ekipējuma izstāde 16:00 Lāpu gājiens uz Ložmetējkalnu 17: 30 Svinīgais brīdis Ložmetējkalnā Event worth attending: Commemoration of the Christmas Battles 2026 on January 10 at the Christmas Battles Museum in Mangaļi (Latvia, near Riga)! 11:00 – 16:00 Guided tours of the new open-air exhibition. Educational activities at the museum: reconnaissance game "Secrets of the Battlefields", orienteering game "What’s the Sergeant Thinking?", and tea prepared according to a rifleman’s recipe. 12:00 – 16:00 Exhibition of Latvian Army weapons and equipment. 16:00 Torchlight procession to Ložmetējkalns. 17:30 Commemorative ceremony at Ložmetējkalns. Foto: Juris Smaļinskis, afiša: Ziemassvētku kauju muzejs Ziemassvētku kauju muzejs / Christmas Battle Museum Latvijas Kara muzejs/Latvian War Museum

🎄✨ Exciting updates at the Christmas Battles Memorial Museum! Since the end of last year, the museum has undergone major changes – visitors can now explore the reconstructed German trench and other improvements in the open-air exhibition. The site preserves unique World War I field fortifications connected to the legendary Christmas Battles. In the open-air exhibition, an authentic section of the fortification system has been reconstructed – a blindage and part of the German first-line defenses, the “German rampart”, which is the only object of its kind in the Baltics. Inside the museum, you can visit the exhibition “Latvian Riflemen in the Christmas Battles”, featuring over 200 photographs, battle maps, and artifacts found around the Tīreļpurvs area, offering fascinating insights into the events of that time. You can also see the largest battlefield model in Latvia, showing several square kilometers of the Christmas Battles area with World War I fortifications. 🪖 Step into history and experience the legendary battles firsthand! Photo gallery: Juris Smaļinskis

Today, 106 years ago the guns fell silent in Estonian Independence War.

📌 Thematic Exhibition at the Museum of the Occupation of Latvia BEHIND BARBED WIRE The aftermath of World War II: Latvian Legionnaires as prisoners of war in Latvia, Europe, and the Soviet Union. 🗓 December 19, 2025 – March 18, 2026 The exhibition can be viewed as part of the Museum’s permanent exhibition. A powerful and thought-provoking look at history. Highly recommended to visit. Latvijas Okupācijas muzejs/Museum of the Occupation of Latvia

It is believed that this place in the Tome forests (Latvia, Ogre Municipality) was used by the German army as a shooting range for training purposes during World War I (from the German schießen – “to shoot”; see the 1914–1919 map fragment). The site is located about an hour’s walk from the Ķegums–Jaunjelgava road. It is a remote area, rarely visited. Occasionally, wolf tracks can be found here. Map fragments used: LGIA LiDAR map and the 1914–1919 topographic map.

The past year has been amazing – thank you to everyone who was with us! Here’s to even more expeditions, research, and discoveries in the year ahead! 📍 In the photo: World War I frontline site on the banks of the Daugava River, Latvia (Photo: Juris Smaļinskis). 31.12.2025.

📍 Latvian Republic (1918–1940) Treasure House – Rēzekne, next to the castle ruins, Latvia Discover the story of Latvia’s first independence through hundreds of unique historical artifacts from 1918 to 1940 – military and civilian awards, organizational insignia, and more. The second floor hosts rotating exhibitions with new surprises every year. Until November 2026, you can visit the exhibition "Made in Latvia". Scan the QR code or use IziTravel to listen to the audio guide about the treasures of the museum in Latvian and English. Latgale.Travel Brīvvalsts dārgumu nams Visit Rēzekne

🚂🎥 Viesīte Museum “Sēlija” – the story of the Little Narrow-Gauge Railway 🧩Located in Viesīte (Zemgale region, Latvia), the “Sēlija” Museum offers an engaging journey into the cultural history of Sēlija and its railway heritage. The museum consists of several exhibitions, the most recognizable of which is the Little Narrow-Gauge Railway Park, created in the former Viesīte depot area. 🚆 The narrow-gauge railway was built by German forces in 1915–1916 for transporting military cargo and was later adapted for passenger traffic. The museum features a steam locomotive built in 1918, historic railway carriages, a handcar (draisine), and an exhibition dedicated to the history of the Sēlija narrow-gauge railway. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The Little Narrow-Gauge Railway Park is especially popular with families and children. Nearby, in the historic Viesīte station square, visitors can see the only preserved narrow-gauge railway section in Latvia with a historic water pump. ▶️ Watch the video and discover the railway story of Sēlija! 🔗More about the Museum: https://militaryheritagetourism.info/en/military/sites/view/910?lang=en Interreg Latvia - Lithuania Programme #latlit #interreg #militaryheritage #heritagetourism #militaryheritagetourism --- ℹ️ The video was created within the project LL-00052 #MilitaryHeritageII, implemented with financial support from the European Union’s Interreg VI-A Latvia–Lithuania Programme 2021–2027. More about the project: https://ej.uz/MilitaryHeritageII

📍 One of the best-hidden museums in Riga 📌 Ķīpsala, Mazā Balasta dambis, Riga, Latvia The Žanis Lipke Memorial stands on the very site where, during World War II, an underground shelter was built to save lives. Here, Žanis Lipke and his family rescued around 55 Jews. The “Black Shed” is a powerful symbol of refuge, inspired by old fishermen’s sheds of Ķīpsala and the image of Noah’s Ark. It tells a story of courage, trust, and the human longing for freedom. The walk to the memorial through historic Pārdaugava is part of the experience itself. If you haven’t been here yet — this is a place worth discovering. The museum can be explored with the help of an audio guide. The memorial is accessible for wheelchair users.

Some places teach history not through textbooks, but through the landscape itself. 🌄 Vaivara Sinimägede Muuseum is a gateway to understanding World War II in Estonia, offering a meaningful and accessible way to explore the events of 1944. Located in the restored barn of Vaivara Manor, the museum connects personal stories, historical context and the surrounding terrain into one coherent learning experience. 📖 Here, learning continues beyond the exhibition walls. Visitors can step onto the historic defensive lines of Sinimäed and better understand how geography shaped military decisions and human destinies. The museum is well suited for all ages — while adults reflect on history, younger visitors engage with it through interaction. Educational programmes make it an especially valuable destination for school groups and young people, supporting learning through place and discussion. 👩‍🏫 💭Come and discover the stories behind Sinimäed! 📍 Roheline 19D, Sinimäe, Ida-Viru County, Estonia 🌐 sinimagedemuuseum.ee

How did people live on the Estonian island Saaremaa after World War II? 🤔 Turn history into a meaningful learning experience for your students at Kuressaare Castle, one of the most authentic fortresses in Northern Europe and home to Saaremaa Museum. 🏰 Set within a historic military stronghold by the sea, this educational programme invites students to explore everyday life during the Estonian Soviet Socialist Republic and reflect on choices and challenges across generations. The lesson encourages discussion, comparison, and critical thinking — all in an inspiring historical setting. 💭 Educational programme for school groups: 📜Programme: Life on Saaremaa after World War II 👥Target group: Grades 7–12 🕡Duration: 90 minutes 💵Price: 4 € per student 📍Location: Kuressaare Castle, Lossihoov 1, Saaremaa 🏰 The castle itself is a powerful learning tool — a living example of the development of military fortifications from the 14th to the 19th century, offering valuable context for understanding Europe’s military history. Discover the educational programmes at Kuressaare Castle: 🔗 www.linnus.samu.ee/haridusprogrammid 📧 linnus@samu.ee 📸Photo: Valmar Voolaid Saaremaa Muuseum

🚗🎥 Historic Vehicle Collection at the “Miķelis” Recreation Complex In Bauska Municipality, Gailīši Parish, on the banks of the Mūsa River, the Miķelis Recreation Complex offers the opportunity to explore an impressive collection of historic vehicles – more than 100 technical units from different eras. 🚘 The collection includes passenger cars, trucks, fire engines, motorcycles, agricultural machinery, as well as military vehicles from the Second World War, featuring legendary models from Latvia, Germany, the USSR, and the USA. 👉 Learn more about this site: https://militaryheritagetourism.info/en/military/sites/view/967?lang=en Interreg Latvia - Lithuania Programme #latlit #interreg #militaryheritage #heritagetourism #militaryheritagetourism --- ℹ️ The video was created within the project LL-00052 #MilitaryHeritageII, implemented with financial support from the European Union’s Interreg VI-A Latvia–Lithuania Programme 2021–2027. More about the project: https://ej.uz/MilitaryHeritageII

Our journey through Lithuania’s military heritage continues! This time – we’re heading to Klaipėda, where we find present two objects: 🚢 Mine countermeasures ship-museum M52 "Sūduvis, offering a rare chance to step aboard a real naval vessel and explore the everyday life, duties, and challenges of military sailors up close. 🏰 The “Museum 39/45” exhibition at the Klaipėda Castle Museum, revealing the city’s complex past during the Second World War and the dramatic events that shaped its identity. Interreg Latvia - Lithuania Programme #Latlit #interreg #militaryheritage #heritagetourism

👁🎥 Continue discovering the stories of Zemgale’s military heritage! 🇱🇻 Īle Partisan Bunker – a silent witness to history 🌲🌲 The restored partisan bunker in the Īle forests is more than just a sightseeing site – it is a memorial to Latvian national partisans and an opportunity to explore one of the most tragic chapters of our history. 🧱 In 1948, the largest partisan bunker in the Baltic States was built here, where joint Latvian–Lithuanian partisan groups continued their fight against Soviet rule. On 17 March 1949, the bunker became the site of an unequal and final battle – 24 partisans stood against 760 soldiers of the Soviet State Security (Cheka). 🔹 Today, the bunker has been restored to look exactly as it did before its destruction – with a stove, a table, and narrow bunks where the partisans once slept. An information board near the bunker helps visitors understand the events and their significance. 🕯️ By visiting this site, we honour courage, the price of freedom, and remember those who did not surrender. 🔗 Learn more: https://militaryheritagetourism.info/lv/military/sites/view/59 Interreg Latvia - Lithuania Programme #latlit #interreg #militaryheritage #heritagetourism #militaryheritagetourism --- ℹ️ The video was created within the project LL-00052 #MilitaryHeritageII, implemented with financial support from the European Union’s Interreg VI-A Latvia–Lithuania Programme 2021–2027. More about the project: https://ej.uz/MilitaryHeritageII