The Red Tower
The Red Tower was built in the 15th century as a prison in the Southeastern corner of the medieval fortress that surrounded the town of Pärnu. It is the only defensive tower of the Hanseatic town of New-Pärnu that has been preserved. This granite tower got its name from the brick that used to line the inside and outside of the tower. In the 17th century, the tower had four storeys and a prison cell that was 6 metres deep. Three storeys have been preserved.
In the 19th century, the building was renovated into the town archives, but the building served a number of different purposes over the following century.
The Red Tower was built in the 15th century as a prison in the Southeastern corner of the medieval fortress that surrounded the town of Pärnu. It is the only defensive tower of the Hanseatic town of New-Pärnu that has been preserved. This granite
Reviews
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The oldest structure in Parnu Old town
This medieval structure is easy to pass by without beeing discovered, since it is well hidden by other houses in the old town. However if you are lucky enough to notice it, this small charming tower...
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Small museum
This is a small museum with beautiful exhibition of historical arms and armor, the entrance is difficult to find!
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No Access
This is obviously and old and important building of Parnu. However it is slosed and fenced off. There is no information about it available.
Information
- Hommiku tänav-11, Pärnu linn, Pärnu
- E-mail: info@parnumuuseum.ee
- info@parnumuuseum.ee
- (+358) 443 3231
- (+372) 443 0585
