Rumbula brings together two very different travel interests: commemorating those at the Rumbula Memorial and paragliding at the airfield. The Daugava forms the area’s eastern boundary and provides a general geographic reference point. When planning, it is worth keeping these reference points distinct: the Memorial commemorates a clearly defined historical event, while flying is a specific activity at the airfield. If you are considering Rumbula as a destination, first decide which focus you want to shape your stay.

Commemoration at the Rumbula Memorial

The Rumbula Memorial commemorates approximately 25,000 Jews who were murdered in Rumbula in the autumn of 1941. The number is approximate; together with the autumn of 1941, it anchors the commemoration to a specific place and a clearly defined historical period. For travelers interested in learning about the history of the place, this commemoration is a distinct focus.

The Memorial’s design

At the center of the stone processional plaza stands a four-meter-high menorah, a seven-branched Jewish ritual candelabrum. This design gives the Memorial a clear focal point in the space. The stone plaza and the menorah describe how the memorial site is laid out; its historical significance remains its central theme. When visiting the Memorial, you can therefore take in both the historical context and the monument’s specific form.

Rumbula Airfield

Rumbula Airfield was established as a military airfield after the Second World War. Paragliding takes place at the airfield. The origins of the site and the activity there belong to different periods and subject areas: the history of the airfield places its establishment in the postwar period, while paragliding offers a distinct reason to include it in your travel plans. If you would like to include this activity in your plans, confirm participation and access locally.

Getting there and location

For planning your journey to the Jewish Memorial, bus route 18 and the “Rumbula” stop can serve as reference points. Check the timetable for your travel date before planning your journey. The stop is therefore a specific point of reference for planning a visit to the Memorial. The Daugava forms Rumbula’s eastern boundary; on a map, this river helps you locate the area in general terms.

Choose accommodation based on your reason for traveling

If you are looking for a hotel in Rumbula, base your choice on the reason for your stay. If your main interest is the Memorial, you can take the journey to the “Rumbula” stop into account when planning; if you are interested in paragliding, confirm participation and access locally. This way, your choice of accommodation reflects your travel plans.

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