Ogre
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Monday, May 20

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Ogre Dolomite Outcrops

Address The crossroad of Brīvības and Stirnu street, Ogre - the best view
Description

 

The Ogre dolomite outcrops are a protected natural monument. From the geological point of view, it is a unique natural object where the remains of various ancient marine invertebrates and fossil fish have been found. Although the outcrop is 4 metres high, only about 2 of them are exposed to the view, which is obstructed by the elevated water level caused by the Ogre HPP. The strip of outcrops is 250 meters long, but the total area of the natural monument reaches 3.19 ha.

The best way to view the slope is from the opposite side of the Ogre River when the water level is low.


 

Listen to the audio guide’s story about this site:

 

  1. Download the free app "Ogres novadnieks";
  2. In the section "Tourism" find the object Ogre Dolomite Outcrops 
  3. Tap the icon "Audio guide" and listen to the tale.

 

The mobile app "Ogres novadnieks" is available on app stores: