Viljandi Suspension Bridge
The bridge made by the Riga company Felser & Co in 1879 was erected amid the castle hills in Viljandi in 1931. It was a present by the lord of the Tarvastu Manor Karl von Mensenkampf.
Interesting to know: *The bridge is over 50 m long. * It was erected over a valley which is 15 m deep. * At first, the bridge was located over the moat in Tarvastu to make it easier for the family of the lord to visit the chapel in the ruins. The suspension bridge has become a favourite object of both citizens and visitors of Viljandi and one of the town’s important symbols. It was reconstructed in 1995.
The bridge made by the Riga company Felser & Co in 1879 was erected amid the castle hills in Viljandi in 1931. It was a present by the lord of the Tarvastu Manor Karl von Mensenkampf.
Interesting to know: *The bridge is over 50 m long. * It was e
Reviews
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Safe to cross
It shakes but safe, interesting. Kids will like it. Right next to the historic ruin of the Viljandi.
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Fun
These bridges are always fun as they move slightly when people are walking on the structure. We were told the history of the bridge by our excellent guide on the Tallin toRiga minibus tour.
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Challenging for those fearful of heights
Normally I am a bit fearful of heights but this old bridge is fun to cross....gives you great views of the castle
