Lehtse manor, Historical manor in Ambla parish, Estonia
Lehtse manor is a ruin in Ambla parish, Estonia, marked by a tall tower and several wall sections. These structures rise from dense forest and show the remains of a larger estate complex.
The manor was first recorded in 1467 and belonged to several Baltic noble families over centuries. In the 20th century the site was systematically dismantled and nearly destroyed by 1939.
The remaining architecture shows Neo-Gothic elements from a late 19th-century reconstruction. These design features are still visible in what survives today.
The site sits in a wooded area surrounded by moss-covered ground, so sturdy footwear is advisable. Information about access and site conditions is available through the Estonian Manors Portal.
A company was established in 1934 to sell construction stones from the ruins, which led to blasting and demolition of most buildings. The tower and some walls survived this process of commercial dismantling.
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