The tower survived the 1944 fire that obliterated the rest of the original Trinity Church building.
The current tower height reaches 50 meters, including the viewing platform.
The base of the tower incorporates sections of the church's original 1574 foundation masonry.
Exhibits inside the tower use multimedia displays to recreate the look of the city during the Duke of Courland's era.
The tower was renovated and opened as a tourist information center in 2010.
The viewing platform rotates in sections to allow full 360-degree visibility over the Jelgava cityscape.
The Jelgava St. Trinity Church Tower is the only remaining structure of the original 16th-century St. Trinity Church, which was destroyed during World War II. It currently serves as a multifunctional tourism center housing a regional museum and an observation deck. The tower features an interactive historical exhibition spread across several floors, detailing the development of Jelgava and the history of the church. Visitors can access a panoramic glass-enclosed viewing platform at the top of the tower for views over the city and the Lielupe River. The structure is built on the site of the first stone church in Jelgava, established in 1574. The interior integrates modern architectural elements with the original 19th-century brickwork preserved during renovations. It serves as the primary information hub for regional tourism in the Zemgale province.
From the observation deck looking toward the Jelgava Palace across the river.
Visit the interactive exhibition floors before heading to the top to better contextualize the view.
Check the weather forecast, as the observation deck's visibility is significantly impacted by fog or heavy rain.
Ask at the front desk for the current schedule of temporary art exhibits often displayed in the lower levels.
Do not rush through the lower exhibition floors; they contain the building's historical context which makes the top-floor view more meaningful.
Closed on certain public holidays; seasonal hours may apply to the observation deck during winter months.
