10 Things to do in Laane County That You Shouldn't Miss

January 15, 2022 Claudia Navarrete

Discover the best top things to do in Laane County, Estonia including Vormsi Island, Haapsalu Castle, Haapsalu Old Town, Ilon's World of Wonders, Africa Beach and Promenade, Museum of the Coastal Swedes, Matsalu National Park, Haapsalu Bishop’s Castle Museum, Railway and Communication Museum, Tchaikovsky's Bench.
Restaurants in Laane County

1. Vormsi Island

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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Vormsi Island

2. Haapsalu Castle

Lossiplats 3, Haapsalu 90502 Estonia +372 5385 3575 [email protected] http://linnus.salm.ee/en/
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4.5 based on 176 reviews

Haapsalu Castle

The Episcopal castle in Haapsalu is a park for the ruins of a former stronghold. It is an architectural pearl dating from the 13th century that used to be the residence of local authorities until the end of the 17th century. This is the place where Estonia's most famous ghost - the eternal lover the White Lady - lives. At present the main building of the castle hosts a museum that gives an overview of the history of the stronghold and Oesel-Wiek Bishopric, the weaponry used in the medieval and early modern period and the ashlar found in the castle. The most important sights of the museum include the cathedral of the former Oesel-Wiek Bishopric located in the south wing of the castle, which was first mentioned in written records in 1279, and the watchtower now used as a belfry. While in the main fortress, one can enjoy a nice view overlooking Haapsalu and the surrounding sea. Historic fortresses have, over the course of time, been turned into parks. This is a unique symbiosis of architecture and nature that provides the joy of discovery for both adults and as children. Small visitors to the fortress can enjoy the playground inspired by the Middle Ages in the vicinity of the main fortress.

Reviewed By 287karink - Tallinn, Estonia

Historical museum with modern interactive exposition. Quite large territory. Good view of the town from the castle wall. Also features nice wooden medieval themed playground for the kids on the castle grounds.

3. Haapsalu Old Town

Karja tn, Haapsalu Estonia +372 473 3248 [email protected] http://www.haapsalu.ee
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4.5 based on 144 reviews

Haapsalu Old Town

Haapsalu, which is bordered by the sea on three sides, fits on a piece of land with a size of just 10.59 km2. The Old Town is located on a peninsula with two eskers, which continue to the north-west as a chain of islets (holms) connected to the mainland. There are low meanders between the holms – Suur and Vaike Viik.The culturally and environmentally valuable Old Town of Haapsalu can be divided into its medieval section and the 20th century health resort area. The medieval part is around the Episcopal castle, with the medieval network of Kooli, Jaani, Vee, Linda, Ruutli and Vaike-Mere Streets and buildings. It is surrounded by a belt of wooden houses and the Promenade, Aafrika beach and parks.

Reviewed By RJBLH - South Ozone Park, United States

You'll get great pictures here. Thoroughly enjoyable to walk around town, esåecially along the promenade

4. Ilon's World of Wonders

Kooli 5, Haapsalu 90502 Estonia +372 473 7065 [email protected] http://www.salm.ee
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4.5 based on 32 reviews

Ilon's World of Wonders

The Ilon Wikland Gallery, showcasing the work of the illustrator of Astrid Lindgren's children's books, opened in Haapsalu in 2006. Ilon's World of Wonders opened in 2009.Did you know...? *At Ilon's World of Wonders you can draw, watch films, admire Ilon's illustrations, write a letter to Karlsson, test your skills in the handicraft workshop and Mattias' house, discover the secrets of the Magic Well, try stilt-walking, watch children's performances, work in the Bullerby kitchen, enjoy a picnic and have a great time generally!Check out the summer and winter schedule of events on the Ilon's World of Wonders website.

5. Africa Beach and Promenade

Promenaadi tn, Haapsalu Estonia +372 473 3248 [email protected] http://www.haapsalu.ee
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4.5 based on 69 reviews

Africa Beach and Promenade

The splendour of Haapsalu, the famous Czarist era resort, is recalled by the seafront Promenade and its jewel -- the Assembly Hall with its wooden “gingerbread”. Walk on the sloping promenade and glance dreamily at the sea; check the time at the sundial and have a rest on the bench named for the world-famous composer Tchaikovsky. Interesting facts: The Promenade starts at the exotically named Africa Beach, and ends at the Chocolate Promenade, which is named after a former café. There is a children’s playground on the Promenade and the town’s only observation tower. There is also a monument to Carl Hunnius, the discoverer of Haapsalu’s therapeutic mud behind the band shell.

Reviewed By Freedom38750760725 - Helsinki, Finland

Well-maintained and clean walking path with interesting sights. The Tchaikovsky bench as well as the restaurant are within walking distance.

6. Museum of the Coastal Swedes

Sadama 32, Haapsalu 90502 Estonia +372 473 7165 [email protected] http://www.aiboland.ee
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4.5 based on 19 reviews

Museum of the Coastal Swedes

This museum in Haapsalu introduces the thousand-year-old settlements of the coastal Swedes in Estonia. In the house inaugurated by the King of Sweden, you can acquaint yourself with their unique cultural heritage and see a 20-metre embroidered rug that depicts the life of the Estonian-Swedes. There is a scene where Swedish peasant bought Large-Pakri Island from the Padise Monastery for 34 gold marks in 1345. Swedish King Carl Gustaf had great words of praise for the pictorial rug! In addition, other interesting undertakings take place and traditional wedding feasts are held. Good to know: A wooden sailboat – Jaala – was built in the net shed next to the museum, which was modelled on boats from Ruhnu Island.

7. Matsalu National Park

Kloostri kula, Lihula Estonia +372 472 4236 [email protected] http://www.matsalu.ee
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Matsalu National Park

Kasari meadow in Matsalu National Park in Laanemaa is the biggest preserved open meadow in Europe – 4000 hectares in size. The meadow needs cutting and hay needs to be taken away on an annual basis; otherwise, it will turn into scrubland. In springs the meadow is usually flooded for a couple of weeks. The view opening from Kloostri birdwatching tower is magnificent – the tower is also good for birdwatching. In summer, after flooding, you can come and watch wild animals.Good to know:In springs it might not be possible to get to the tower without your feet getting wet.

8. Haapsalu Bishop’s Castle Museum

Lossiplats 3, Haapsalu 90502 Estonia +372 472 5346 [email protected] http://www.haapsalulinnus.ee
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4.5 based on 56 reviews

Haapsalu Bishop’s Castle Museum

Come and acquaint yourself with the history of medieval Haapsalu, watch a video about the castle and visit the Cathedral. From the upper platform of the bell tower, you have a wonderful 360-degree view that extends for 20 km.Interesting facts: In medieval times, the ship traffic on the Bay of Haapsalu is said to have been controlled from the bell tower. The five-story bell tower is 38 metres high, and every day at noon, you can listen to a carillon. From the small castle you can purchase souvenirs and you may also happen upon a pleasant concert.

9. Railway and Communication Museum

Raudtee 2, Haapsalu 90504 Estonia +372 473 4574 [email protected] http://www.salm.ee/en/museums/railway-and-communications-museum/
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Railway and Communication Museum

The railway terminus with its intriguingly grand station building, constructed in the early 20th century to service the bustling resort town of Haapsalu, invites you to take a virtual journey back in time, accompanied by steam engine noises, to learn about the evolution of railways in Estonia spanning almost a century and a half. Here you can also see different methods of communicating information, from early telegraph and telephone devices to the wireless communications and television. Old locomotives and carriages made their final stop here and you can also come across a polite stationmaster and a skeleton telephone, or visit the old post office. This is all the Station, a place of arrivals and departures through the prism of the past.

Reviewed By danimA4371YL - Berlin, Germany

Wow. We were amazed about this special little place stuck in time. It was built at the beginning of the 20th century and even though it is out of service conserves all its charm. We did not expected such a beauty hidden by the sea.

10. Tchaikovsky's Bench

P. Tchaikovsky Boulevard, Haapsalu 90502 Estonia [email protected] http://www.visitestonia.com/en/tchaikovskys-bench-in-haapsalu
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Tchaikovsky's Bench

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