Upmalas and its wider surroundings appeal to visitors with different travel interests: Liepkalni-Vēži, an agricultural farm, is located in Upmalas; further afield, the Mālpils Nature Trail leads to a medieval landmark. One focus is agriculture, while the other combines a nature trail with the Mālpils castle mound. If you are looking for a holiday rental in Upmalas, this distinction helps separate places in the village from an excursion in the wider area.

Agriculture and medicinal plants in Upmalas

The Liepkalni-Vēži farm was established in 1993 and is located in Upmalas, Mālpils parish. Its gardens grow apples, pears, and medicinal plants, including mint and marigolds. Liepkalni-Vēži also collects wild medicinal plants. Its plant-growing activities therefore include both garden cultivation and the collection of wild species. Alongside fruit growing, this gives the farm a clear agricultural focus and offers a specific point of interest for visitors interested in plants and agriculture.

Guided tours of the farm are offered at Liepkalni-Vēži. If you would like to include one in your stay, ask about the conditions and current availability in advance. The farm is on Lielvārdes šoseja in Upmalas, Mālpils parish; this location and street address provide a specific point of reference for your visit.

Nature trail and castle mound in the wider area

The Mālpils Nature Trail is about 3.5 km long. Among the sights along the way is the medieval Mālpils castle mound; the trail is in the wider area around Upmalas. Its length gives you a concrete guide for planning your day, while the castle mound adds a historical dimension to the nature route. Visitors looking to combine a walk with a medieval landmark can find both on this nature trail.

The nature trail offers a different focus from the farm visit: at Liepkalni-Vēži, the emphasis is on fruit and medicinal plant cultivation, as well as collecting wild medicinal plants; on the Mālpils Nature Trail, the route and castle mound take centre stage. This lets you decide whether you would prefer to shape your stay around agriculture or a nature walk with a historical connection. The trail’s approximate length of 3.5 km helps with planning; for the guided tour, ask about the conditions and current availability before visiting.

A holiday rental as your base

If you are looking for a holiday rental in Upmalas, this provides a clear guide: Liepkalni-Vēži is a local point of interest, while the nature trail is in the wider area. If the farm’s agricultural activities are what draw you to the area, they provide a local focus for your stay. If you would like to include a nature route with a cultural connection, the Mālpils Nature Trail offers another excursion option.

Discover more destinations: Mālpils.

For the broader travel guide: Mālpils Novads.