Zīlāni: Open-Air Stage, Nature Park and Railway History

Zīlāni combines nature experiences, regional culture and an unusual railway history. Those looking for a holiday apartment or other accommodation for their holiday will find various reasons here to get to know the town and its surroundings: an open-air stage with plenty of space for events, the 7.15-kilometre circular trail in Laukezers Nature Park and historic traces around Zīlāni Station.

Open-Air Stage and Varied Experiences

A prominent meeting point is the “Mārdadzis” open-air stage near the Zīlānu Tautas nams. It was built in 2016 and has a covered stage and seating for 700 spectators. For your travel planning, the stage can be an interesting point of reference if you would like to focus on culture and community events.

The programme of the “Manfreda fon Mārdadža dārza svētki” included beach volleyball matches, a Zolīte tournament and laughter yoga. This combination shows different ways to organise a stay: athletically, playfully or with an unusual communal activity. For families and groups travelling together, it may be helpful when choosing accommodation to consider not only the overnight stay itself but also the experiences you want to have in the surrounding area.

Laukezers Nature Park: Circular Trail and Planned Cycle Route

Laukezers Nature Park offers a 7.15-kilometre circular trail. It is suitable for running, Nordic walking, cycling and easy walks. This allows you to organise your stay in different ways: you can plan a walk, use the trail by bicycle or include a gentler exercise session in your daily itinerary. The exact activity depends on your own fitness and preferred pace.

In addition, a 15–20-kilometre cycle route is planned to open up Laukezers Nature Park. Its start and finish can be planned in Zīlāni. This means that the cycle route remains a planned project. For guests who would like to focus on cycling excursions, this is a specific reason to consider Zīlāni as a possible starting point.

Getting There, Local History and Choosing Accommodation

Another special feature is the Zīlāni obstacle course. It is located next to the A12 and can be reached via an exit from the regional state road V825 Zīlāni–Galvānkalns. If you would like to visit the obstacle course, you can include these road details in your planning.

Railway history also shapes Zīlāni. A station called Zīlāni was built in the settlement of Zīlāni, three kilometres away, for a new large railway station near Krustpils. A whole village for railway workers was built near the station. During the Latvian War of Independence, the third armoured train was also built in a depot. These chapters of local history make Zīlāni interesting for travellers who would like to combine their stay with historical discoveries.

What Type of Travel Suits Zīlāni?

If you prefer exercise and nature, the circular trail in the nature park and the planned cycle route offer different options for active days. Those interested in culture can include the open-air stage and railway history in their plans. A holiday apartment in Zīlāni can serve as a base for your stay without requiring you to commit to just one type of excursion. For more places to consider when planning your trip, you can also look at Atašiene, Rudzīši and Kaķīši.

For the overarching travel overview: Krustpils Municipality.