Võõpsu Orthodox Village Chapel

Võõpsu Orthodox Village Chapel

Silla tänav-3, Võõpsu küla, Setomaa vald, Võru maakond

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Võõpsu's village chapel, is located right next to Setomaa's northern gate -- the bridge over the Võhandu River -- in a medieval village cemetery. This is the Estonian part of Setomaa's largest wooden tsässon, which some believe originally served as a barn. It was remodeled into a tsässon a little before the middle of the 18th century and properly renovated in 2010. Of architectural interest is the large, open front hall, which partially covers the side walls.

The patron saint of Võõpsu tsässon is St. Nicholas (Seto: Püha Migul) and its name days are the spring and winter St. Nicholas days (migulapäiv).

Times and prices

Open all year round

Is open advance bookings only

Features and amenities

Getting there

Located in Võõpsu village, about 50 m from Võhandu River. When coming from Räpina along Tartu–Värska highway, turn left after crossing the bridge.

Access

  • Signposted
  • By public transport
  • By car

Stops nearby

Bus: Võõpsu

Coordinates

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Places nearby

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