Great Coastal Gate, Medieval city gate complex in Tallinn, Estonia.
The Great Coastal Gate features massive stone walls reaching 5 meters in thickness and stands alongside the circular Fat Margaret Tower at the harbor entrance.
Built in 1510 as part of Tallinn's maritime defense system, the gate complex served as the main entrance for seafarers entering the medieval city.
The Estonian Maritime Museum, located within Fat Margaret Tower, displays ancient maritime artifacts and documents the naval traditions of the Baltic region.
Visitors can access the gate complex daily, exploring the medieval fortifications and maritime exhibitions through guided or self-guided tours.
The structure contains 32 cannon ports and 124 firearm positions, making it the most fortified section of Tallinn's medieval defense system.
Part of: Walls of Tallinn
GPS coordinates: 59.44243,24.74921
Latest update: November 2, 2025 20:40
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