The park, manor house and lake offer different ways to enjoy a stay in Rūmene. At Rūmene Manor, landscaping, architecture and art shape the view across the park; at Lake Rūmene, guests can experience a traditional Latvian sauna ritual and activities for hotel guests. For planning purposes, these can be considered separately: the park and building history, historical cultural connections, and trails and waterside activities.
Park and Manor House: Architecture on Several Levels
The landscaped park covers 7.8 hectares and was laid out in 1892 by landscape architect Georg Kuphaldt. The main house of Rūmene Manor was built in 1876 to a design by architect Theodore Zeiler. The dates refer to separate projects: the construction of the house and the creation of the park. In the park, a vine-covered pergola on a terrace in the Italian Renaissance style connects the manor house with the park. Another connection is at the rear façade, which is linked by a staircase to the park below. This staircase is considered one of the most impressive Neo-Renaissance structures of its kind in Latvia. The pergola and staircase are two distinct architectural transitions; the park and its history provide a landscape setting for these architectural details.
Art and Cultural History
Three glass sculptures by Latvian artist ernestO (Ernests Vītiņš) add a distinctive artistic touch to the park. Alongside the historic architectural forms, glass art offers another point of interest. The musical brothers Arvīds and Ervīns Dauguļi are also part of the history of Rūmene Manor. During Latvia’s first period of independence, they lived in the manor house and held numerous gatherings there for people from the worlds of culture and art. These gatherings give the house a specific cultural and historical connection in addition to its architectural history.
At Lake Rūmene: Ritual, Walking Trail and Waterside Activities
A traditional Latvian sauna ritual is offered in the sauna house on the shore of Lake Rūmene, under the guidance of a sauna master. The Latvian tradition and the expressly stated guidance are defining features of this experience. It offers a distinct focus alongside the opportunities to explore the surroundings on foot or on the water.
Hotel guests can use a walking trail around Lake Rūmene and through the forest. On the lake, they can go out in a rowboat or on a SUP board. This gives them the choice of a walking trail and two ways to get out on the water. Equipment for water activities is available in limited quantities. If you are planning to go out on the water, it is best to ask in advance about equipment availability. The walking trail and water activities are explicitly listed as offerings for hotel guests.
Before Your Arrival
Please make a reservation with Rūmene Manor in good time before your arrival. You can call +371 28001157 or email rumene@hotelbergs.lv.
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