St. John’s Church in Tallinn
This three-nave church in neo-Gothic style at the heart of the city on Freedom Square was completed in 1867.
The smart design of the altar and the painting Christ on the Cross (Karl Gottlieb Wenig, colourful stained-glass windows by Eva-Aet Jänes) and the chandeliers which are older than the building itself, make the church radiant. The oldest church bell with an Estonian text is also located in the church tower (1872).
The church is offset by the functionalist and art deco buildings.
Major construction work took place around the church in the 1930s when the Freedom Square began to look like it looks today, and turned into a place suitable for pedestrians.
The church is also a popular concert venue.
This three-nave church in neo-Gothic style at the heart of the city on Freedom Square was completed in 1867.
The smart design of the altar and the painting Christ on the Cross (Karl Gottlieb Wenig, colourful stained-glass window
Reviews
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A modest church but worth a visit
A very modest church certainly not as impressive as others in the city, but still worth a visit. Not too far from the center (walking distance)
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Nice church
Went to the church today and when I walked inside there was organ and fuete music playing. The acoustics were very good. Outside is interesting but the inside is very nice.
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Outside is plain but inside is more interesting
I love all the unique pipe organs in European churches and this one didn't disappoint. It was quiet and peaceful inside the church. Since it's a bit on the outskirts of Old Town I suspect it gets...
Information
- Vabaduse väljak 1, Kesklinna linnaosa, Tallinn
- E-mail: tallinna.jaani@eelk.ee
- tallinna.jaani@eelk.ee
- (+372) 566 34624
- (+372) 644 6206
