Statue of Raimond Valgre

Statue of Raimond Valgre

Mere puiestee 22, Pärnu linn, Pärnu

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The musician Raimond Valgre who played in Pärnu in 1930s and brought the town a lot of fame, can today be found sitting in the park near Kuursaal, as a bronze statue. The author of the statue is Rait Pärg.
You too can sit down next to the beloved Estonian composer and enjoy his beautiful compositions. Also be sure to go to the traditional Homage to Valgre musical night that takes place every summer, when Estonian star singers perform Valgre's immortal songs at the outdoor stage.

Times and prices

Open all year round

24 hours

Features and amenities

  • Wheelchair access

Getting there

Access

  • Signposted
  • Sealed access road
  • By excursion bus
  • By public transport
  • By car

Stops nearby

Bus: Rannapark

Coordinates

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Reviews

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GaryBrazel

GaryBrazel

Statue with recordings of the composer's songs

I was totally unaware of him and his music and what was unique and appreciated was that there are speakers playing his songs there. The music was good, too.

JMK-Pittsburgh

JMK-Pittsburgh

Worth Looking For

My wife and I walked by this by accident on a Friday afternoon. The statue is nice but I was really impressed with the accordion music that was playing near the statue. Not sure if I have seen that...

Annika P

Annika P

Raimond Valgre playing accordion

Raimond Valgre is a well-known Estonian composer and musician with a tragic biography - his music, loved by people, did not fix to soviet ideology. The monument is attractive whereas you can listen...

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