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Tallinn Fortifications Free Tour & Medieval Warfare
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Duration
1h 30min
Meeting point
Kiek in de Kök tower
Languages
English
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Tip based
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Overview
In the Middle Ages, Tallinn had one of the greatest defensive systems in Northern Europe. Now, it has been declared a UNESCO Site and is considered one of the best-preserved medieval fortresses.
On this tour we'll walk along the wall, explore its beautiful towers and remains of the bastions built at the end of the 17th century. You will know a lot about medieval warfare techniques & their historical development.
We finish our walk at the Town Hall square, where carnivals, jousting tournaments and punishments took place in the Middle Ages.
Along the walk, we will discuss earlier generations' way of life. You will know how people measured the distance between towers, what medicines they used to treat love pains & drunkenness, how gossipers were punished, why journeymen were obliged to travel, and the penalty for minting faked coins.
Plenty of medieval curiosities await to be told!
On this tour we'll walk along the wall, explore its beautiful towers and remains of the bastions built at the end of the 17th century. You will know a lot about medieval warfare techniques & their historical development.
We finish our walk at the Town Hall square, where carnivals, jousting tournaments and punishments took place in the Middle Ages.
Along the walk, we will discuss earlier generations' way of life. You will know how people measured the distance between towers, what medicines they used to treat love pains & drunkenness, how gossipers were punished, why journeymen were obliged to travel, and the penalty for minting faked coins.
Plenty of medieval curiosities await to be told!
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
Requires at least 6 participants to run
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:
- St. Catherine's Passage
- Kiek in de Kök Museum and Bastion Tunnels
- Town Hall Square
- Pika jala väravatorn
- Dominican Convent 1246 Museum
- Tower behind Monks
- St. Nicholas' Church and Museum
- Hellemann Tower and Town Wall Walkway
- Town Hall Pharmacy
- Viru Gate
- Fat Margaret
- St Olaf's church
- Guide service
Our Guides
Ania
On arrival
The guide will be waiting for you in front of the Kiek in de Kök tower entrance.
Things to note
Lovely people! Please keep in mind that during the low season, the tour requires at least 5 guests. Therefore, you can be kindly asked to cancel your booking if no further bookings are present. Thank you.
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