Address: Bīriņi, Vidrizu Parish, Limbazu region. , LV-4014 (60 km from Riga)
Phone: +371 640-66316
Tel. / fax: +371 640-66232
Web: www.birinupils.lv
 
Information
Until 13th century the place where now located Bīriņu palace, lived in the same locality and Liv called Koldesselli - sand dunes and mountains. Later the Germans this place was renamed Kolceni.
Current Bīriņu place got the name of the 16th century thanks to Johan Bīringam (Bīrings Johann von Helmštats), who won the manor Kolcenes award from the Polish-Lithuanian king that his army released Ivan (IV) the Terrible troops filled Turaida, Cesis, Limbazu etc. spot.
Kolceni officially renamed the Bīriņiem independent Latvian state.
Certain period manor house was used as a sanatorium.
In 1993 the castles began to hire John Vimba, who later bought the castle.
Currently Bīriņu palace area created cultural and historical complex, which is constantly updated and works throughout the year. Bīriņu castle built of 1857.-1860.th., end of 19.century interior trim elements. Water Tower, built 1870.th and end of 18th century built horse stables and servants' apartment houses. Muiżkunga house, Italian, regular parks, water mill, manor Bīriņu tombs, etc.
Land and castle guide, tour the museum, the boat rides, horseback riding (kids - ponies) and wagon rides (rides). Dzirnukrogā (Mills Tavern) snacks, torch processions, thematic groups, recreational activities, "wedding ring" wedding. The castle rooms festive banquets and seminars. Every year - Pentecost celebration Bīriņu palace. Parking lot.