Mausoleum of Barclay de Tolly

The mausoleum is a neoclassical structure with ornamental decoration and articulated facades, designed by architect Apollon Štšedrin in 1823. Inside are two sarcophagi in a crypt along with a silver urn holding the heart of the field marshal.

The site was built to honor an influential field marshal who led Russian forces against Napoleon between 1812 and 1814. The building shows how the Baltic region was connected to the larger European conflicts of that era.

The building reflects classical Estonian design and serves today as both a memorial space and an educational site where visitors honor an important historical figure. The rooms show the connections between Russia and the Baltic region during the Napoleonic era.

The site is open to visitors across several days of the week, and it helps to check the specific opening hours beforehand. The interior is relatively small and compact, so you do not need much time for your visit.

The mausoleum holds not only the field marshal's body but also his heart, preserved in a silver urn. This unusual division of remains is a fascinating detail that many visitors overlook.

Location: Valga maakond

GPS coordinates: 57.99910,26.03632

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:41