Viru Hill, Protected park in Vanalinn, Estonia
Viru Hill rises 12 meters above sea level and features two life-sized sculptures of embracing couples created by artist Tauno Kangro in 2007.
The hill stands on an earthwork from 1686 that includes two gate towers of the Bremen Bastion, which was the last defensive structure built in Tallinn.
The northern retaining wall contains alcoves where flower vendors sell their products, while one of the historic gate towers now functions as a kebab shop.
Visitors can access the park throughout the year and find refreshments at the bar located underneath the hill through the western retaining wall.
Latvian gardener Georg Kuphalt designed the park's landscape in 1897, which was then implemented by Tallinn's city gardener Hugo Walcher with specific plant selections.
Location: Tallinn City
Elevation above the sea: 12 m
GPS coordinates: 59.43621,24.75079
Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:01
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