The manor's interior walls are covered in original Rococo-style decorative paintings done directly onto the wood.
It is the last remaining wooden mansion of its kind in Latvia, as most other wooden manor houses of the period have burned down or decayed.
The estate was designed for the Campenhausen family, who were notable patrons of education and social reforms in Livonia.
The park contains one of the oldest and largest oak groves in the Baltic region.
The buildings were constructed using a traditional log-cabin technique, disguised by architectural detailing to resemble stone masonry.
The estate has been used as a primary filming location for various historical period dramas due to its authentic 18th-century atmosphere.
Ungurmuiža is the only surviving wooden manor house complex in Latvia, built in 1732 in the Baroque style. The manor features rare 18th-century wall paintings on the interior wooden walls, discovered during 20th-century renovations. It is situated within an extensive park featuring ancient oaks and a distinct alley of trees leading to the main residence. The site serves as a museum, event venue, and a center for cultural activities in the Gauja National Park area. The estate was commissioned by Baron von Campenhausen, whose family maintained ownership until the early 20th century. The complex includes the main manor building, a tea house, and a park gardener's house, all maintained as historic wooden architecture. Its isolated forest setting preserves the original 18th-century rural estate layout.
The central alleyway looking toward the manor entrance during the late afternoon.
Walk the perimeter of the oak grove to see the oldest trees, as many are marked for their age and size.
Check the manor's event schedule for classical music concerts, which are frequently held in the main hall.
Visit the onsite restaurant, located in the former stable area, which features traditional Latvian regional cuisine.
Attempting to enter private buildings or restricted sections of the park during active filming or private event bookings.
The manor is frequently closed for private events and weddings, so verify availability before arrival; exhibit areas have seasonal availability.
Quiet behavior is expected inside the manor museum; do not touch the historic wall paintings.
