Meirāni combines the railway history of its station with the musical heritage of Jānis Zābers. Complementing this cultural focus is the “Ozolu aleja no Lubānas uz Meirāniem” route, which brings together cultural heritage and active recreation. This gives you different options when planning your trip: historical themes or an active outing.

The station and its architectural history

Meirāni Station dates from 1938 and is included on Latvia’s industrial heritage list. It was one of six stations on the Madona–Lubāna railway line. The station’s role on the line places it within a broader railway context, while its inclusion on the list adds its designation as industrial heritage to its history.

The architectural design is also described in specific terms: the station building was designed as a two-storey masonry structure with a basement and wood heating. Its form, materials, basement and planned heating system add another dimension to its architectural history, alongside its construction date and role on the line. Looking at the design adds its planned architectural form to the station’s historical significance.

The history of the school provides another point of cultural and historical interest. From the 1929/1930 school year, the school bore the name “Meirānu (pagasta) Kalpaka 6-klasīgā pamatskola”. This exact name adds a historical school designation to the topics of the building and railway.

The Jānis Zābers Museum “Vecais Ceplis”

The Jānis Zābers Museum “Vecais Ceplis” opened in his birth home on 11 August 1973, the singer’s birthday. The opening day and birthday therefore coincide; the museum’s history is directly connected with the person to whom it is dedicated.

On display are photographs from Jānis Zābers’ life, posters and opera costumes. The exhibition thus combines biographical images with materials from the world of opera and the stage. Visitors interested in the musical heritage will find posters and costumes alongside photographs, representing different types of exhibits.

Visits are possible by prior arrangement. Please make arrangements before you arrive.

Cultural heritage and active routes

The “Ozolu aleja no Lubānas uz Meirāniem” route combines cultural heritage and active recreation and is located in Indrānu parish. In the municipal tourism inventory for 2020–2021, it was listed as a tourist route and attraction. Its character differs from the historical themes of the station and museum: here, cultural heritage and active recreation are equally central.

Another option to consider is the Meirāni–Ļaudona boating route. The boat rental provider offers it as a 34-kilometre route; the trip starts at the Meirāni bridge. Unlike the described focus of Ozolu aleja, the boating route, its length and its starting point are the key reference points here. Route details may change; check them with the provider before planning.

Considering Meirāni when looking for a hotel

This distinction helps you tailor your accommodation search to the purpose of your trip, rather than trying to fit the different themes into a one-size-fits-all itinerary. If you plan to visit the museum, arrange your visit in advance; for the boating route, check the latest route details. This lets you address the planning needs of each separately.

Discover more destinations: Indrāni, Lubāna.

Go to the broader travel overview: Lubānas Novads.