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Ruins of the Vana-Vastseliina Castle
| Address: | Vana-Vastseliina küla, Vastseliina vald, Võru maakond | Show on map |
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| Mobile phone: | (+372) 509 6301 |
| Telephone: | (+372) 533 05089 |
| Fax: | (+372) 785 1138 |
| Website: |
http://www.vastseliina.ee/linnus 
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| E-mail: | linnus@vastseliina.ee |
| Method of payment: | Cash |
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The Episcopal castle dating back to the 14th century was established by the Bishop of Tartu and Grandmaster of Livonia and thanks to many renovations and extensions it developed into a strong border fortress. The landlords of the castle came from many different countries. The castle met its end during the Great Northern War when it was demolished by Russian troops (1702). In the Middle Ages, Vastseliina Castle was well known in the Catholic world as a popular destination for pilgrims. They worshipped the holy cross in the castle chapel and a visit to the chapel gave them sanctification for 40 days – it was first validated by Pope Innocentius VI in 1354.
Times and prices
01.01–31.12
Is open 24 hours
Free of charge.
01.06–31.08
Is open 24 hours
| Adult: | from 1 € |
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| Pensioner: | from 1 € |
| University student: | from 1 € |
| School student: | from 1 € |
01.09–31.05
Is open 24 hours
Free of charge.
Languages spoken
- Estonian
- English
- Russian
Features
- Information boards
- Information point
- Visitor centre
- Souvenirs
- Recreation area/picnic ground
- Hiking trails
- Viewing platform
- Camping area
- Playground
- Toilet
- Drop Toilet
- Free parking
Additional services
- Guide service available
- Themed events
- Workshops
