Vyborg Castle, Medieval fortress in Vyborg, Russia
The Saint Olaf Tower rises above the four-cornered castle structure, standing on a small island at the innermost part of the Gulf of Finland.
Swedish marshal Torkel Knutsson established the fortress in 1293 as a military stronghold during the Swedish crusade into the Karelian territory.
The fortress represents the intersection of Swedish and Russian architectural traditions, featuring elements from both medieval European and Russian military construction methods.
The castle museum opens daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, offering guided tours in Russian and English through its medieval halls and exhibitions.
During the 1495 siege, an unexplained explosion called the Vyborg Blast occurred on Saint Andrew's Day, preventing Russian forces from capturing the castle.
Location: Vyborg
Inception: 1293
Founders: Torkel Knutsson
GPS coordinates: 60.71583,28.72889
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:01
Medieval castles across Europe showcase architecture from past centuries. The complexes present towers, fortification walls and underground passages. From mountain peaks to islands, these structures provide insights into historical defense systems and princely residences.
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Commandant's House of Vyborg Castle
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Monument to Fyodor Apraksin in Vyborg
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Leningrad Regional State Archive in the city of Vyborg
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West (Main) building of Vyborg Castle
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Krepostnoy Bridge in Vyborg
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Petrovsky Park in Vyborg
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Zeughaus of Vyborg Castle
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South wall of Vyborg Castle
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Службы (Каретный сарай) (Выборг)
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Офицерский жилой дом (Выборг)
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Arsenal of Vyborg Castle
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Склад (Выборг)
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Мортира (нижняя) (Выборг)
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