Purtse Castle, Fortified manor castle in Lüganuse Rural Municipality, Estonia
The three-story stone castle features a combination of Gothic and Renaissance elements, with thick walls and a ladder-accessible second floor entrance.
Constructed in the mid-16th century by Johann von Taube, the castle served as a defensive residence and changed ownership through several noble families.
The castle contains one of Estonia's preserved medieval heating systems, demonstrating the advanced engineering capabilities of historical builders in the region.
Visitors can explore all three levels of the castle, from the ground floor storage area to the defensive positions on the top floor.
The castle's hypocaust heating system warmed the main hall through an intricate network of underground channels and stone-constructed air passages.
Location: Lüganuse Rural Municipality
Part of: Purtse Manor
GPS coordinates: 59.41904,27.01304
Latest update: March 12, 2025 02:55
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