Haapsalu Old Town
Haapsalu, which is bordered by the sea on three sides, fits on a piece of land with a size of just 10.59 km2. The Old Town is located on a peninsula with two eskers, which continue to the north-west as a chain of islets (holms) connected to the mainland. There are low meanders between the holms – Suur and Väike Viik.
The culturally and environmentally valuable Old Town of Haapsalu can be divided into its medieval section and the 20th century health resort area. The medieval part is around the Episcopal castle, with the medieval network of Kooli, Jaani, Vee, Linda, Rüütli and Väike-Mere Streets and buildings. It is surrounded by a belt of wooden houses and the Promenade, Aafrika beach and parks.
Take a look at the aerial panorama (picture by Joel Tammet).
Reviews
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It totally deserve a visit!
We had such a fantastic time in Haapsalu, it is a small town with a gorgeous old town including an old castle and fortress. it is like travelling back in time. Also the old train station is like a...
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a small, lively place
a small, lively place and worth to walk around at every season. The old wooden houses are mostly in a good shape. perfectly fitted to the castles, but as well explained why and how they are that...
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Love Haapsalu!
Amazing old town with many cute cafes and restaurants. Haapsalu is so cute and romantic place to visit!
Information
- Karja tn, Haapsalu
- Homepage
- http://www.haapsalu.ee
- E-mail: haapsalu@visitestonia.com
- haapsalu@visitestonia.com
- (+372) 473 3248
