Walls of Tallinn, Medieval fortification in Tallinn, Estonia
The Walls of Tallinn are a medieval fortification system that encircles the Old Town with stone structures built over centuries. Multiple towers and gates once controlled access, and many of these defensive features remain standing today along the perimeter.
Construction of the walls began in the late 1200s and continued for generations as the settlement grew and threats changed. The fortification was repeatedly reinforced and adapted to meet new defensive needs over time.
The walls frame the Old Town's appearance and create a sense of separation between the medieval core and the modern city beyond. People today walk them to experience how this fortification once defined the community's boundary and identity.
You can walk sections of the walls at ground level or ascend to the top where pathways allow, with entry points scattered throughout the Old Town area. The walkways can be narrow and uneven, so wear sturdy shoes and move carefully, especially near the edges.
The walls preserve medieval craftsmanship details like mason marks and repairs that reveal different construction periods. Walking through the towers, you can still find original staircases and shooting openings that give a sense of how defenders actually used these spaces.
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