Toolse Castle, Medieval castle ruins near the Baltic coast in Haljala Rural Municipality, Estonia.
The stone walls of Toolse Castle stand on the shoreline between Tallinn and Narva, featuring remnants of defensive towers and fortification elements.
Built in 1471 by the Livonian Order, the castle changed hands multiple times during conflicts until its final destruction in the Great Northern War.
The castle structure represents Medieval Estonian military engineering with its strategic coastal position and architectural elements from the 15th century.
The ruins remain accessible every day of the year under the management of SA Virumaa Muuseumid, allowing visitors to explore the medieval remnants.
During winter, natural ice formations emerge around the castle when seawater freezes over submerged boulders, creating distinctive ice cone patterns.
Location: Haljala Rural Municipality
Inception: 1471
Operator: SA Virumaa Muuseumid
Opening Hours: 24/7
Phone: +3723225500
Website: http://haapsalulinnus.ee
GPS coordinates: 59.53467,26.46843
Latest update: March 4, 2025 05:11
Estonia features limestone formations, medieval ruins, waterfalls, and protected natural areas. Notable sites include the 36-meter Kõpu Lighthouse from 1531, the submerged Rummu Quarry, and multiple manor houses from the 19th century. Natural attractions include the Kaali meteorite craters, red sandstone formations at Taevaskoda, and various wetland ecosystems. Historic structures range from Orthodox cathedrals to water mills and maritime museums.
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