Viljandi Castle — Forgotten History, Viljandi, Estonia

Forgotten History

Viljandi Castle

Viljandi, Estonia

Viljandi Castle (Estonian: Viljandi ordulinnus, German: Ordensburg Fellin) is 13th Century castle in a Viljandi, Estonia. It was built by the Livonian Order, and construction started in 1224 in place of a former hillfort, which was one of the strongest castles in Livonia. Finally destroyed in the Polish-Swedish wars during the early 17th century, its ruins still stand near the town centre.

Category
Forgotten History
Location
Viljandi, Estonia
Coordinates
58.35917, 25.59528
How to get there
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Wikidata
Q373326

What is Viljandi Castle?

Viljandi Castle is a Forgotten History place on VeroMaps. Other places close by: Karksi Castle, Paide Castle, Ērģeme Castle, Otepää Castle.

Where is Viljandi Castle?

Viljandi Castle is in Viljandi, Estonia. Coordinates: 58.35917, 25.59528.

How do I get to Viljandi Castle?

Viljandi Castle is at Viljandi, Estonia (58.35917, 25.59528). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.

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