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Palmse Manor is one of the grandest baroque mansions in Estonia. The mansion and open-air museum were the first fully restored manor complex in the country. They are surrounded by the beautiful natural environment of Lahemaa National Park and provide an overview of Estonian manor life and architecture throughout the ages. The open-air museum boasts parks, gardens and historical buildings and features exhibitions, workshops, a training centre, a Palm House, a wine cellar, a romantic café and a tavern serving national dishes. Did you know...? - You can take part in different events at the manor that are designed for children, history enthusiasts, adventurers and romantics- The manor is a popular venue for exhibitions, plays and concerts and the perfect location for training events, conferences, weddings and receptions

The Oandu-Vosu hiking trail is situated in Lahemaa National Park and is 9.5 km long. It begins at the Oandu camping area and continues through to the Vosu camping area. The majority of the path follows the ancient Seljaku way through the forests of the Koljaku-Oandu terraces. You will see a diverse range of landscapes and forest communities.

The Order castle of Toolse is one of the more recent medieval castles on the northern coast of Estonia, it is also the castle located closest to the sea. The initial fortified manor house was probably erected by the order in the 14th century with the purpose of protecting the port, trade location and routes. During the Livonian war the castle passed on through many hands and finally ended up in the possession of Swedish troops. It was entirely destroyed in the Northern war in the beginning of the 18th century.Today inside the ruins:· Excursions are offered providing insight into history· An exciting adventure path was created· A pirate ship· Treasure quests and games of skill are organised on advance notice

Palmse ceramics workshop offers an opportunity to turn your special days memorable and exceptional when you come with your guests to mould something or just spend a good and creative time with your friends and family. You will have your handmade things to remind you later of the time well spent in Palmse romantic manor house environment.First we will talk a bit about clay, its possibilities for use and its history. Then we will get our hands on the clay and get to know this material better. With the help of the instructors everyone will make a unique mug, cup or drinking vessel that you will get glazed and baked in the oven within two weeks.

Altja was first mentioned in written records in 1465 and is a typical seaside village, with all of its houses stretching along one street. The Uustalu and Toomarahva farms at Altja are typical coastal farms and have been restored by Lahemaa National Park. On the point at Altja you can see the fishing net sheds which were reconstructed on the basis of old photographs and the memories of the villagers. The village also has its own swing and tavern, where you can try local dishes.

The Ojaaarse forest trail is located in Lahemaa National Park and is 3.5 km long. It begins in the car park next to the Ojaaarse nature house and then winds through the bright pine forests between the Kuresoo and Pikapollu creeks. A large number of heritage culture sites can be found along the trail: boundary stones; old forest vistas; mileposts; and more. Along the trail you will find out about folk beliefs in regard to local birds, animals and medicinal plants.

The 1 km long ‘beaver trail’ is located in Oandu, in the Lahemaa National Park, and takes around half an hour to cover. It passes through the Altja River valley, in which you will see a diversity of plant and animal life. You will spy beaver activity in the valley too: the dams they build, their dens on the banks of the river and the trees whose trunks they gnaw through. The trail is a great place to stop in Lahemaa National Park if you're on a long journey.

Manor - open air museum, beautiful park, many different exhibitions, hotel, restaurants, activities

St. Mauritius church in Haljala was a very powerful place in a military sense. Its defensive purpose was served by its two-storey Western tower, which had its own fireplace and openings to fire from. The first stage of construction, between 1430 and 1440, produced the choir and vestry; a few decades later the vaulted, triple-naved lengthwise structure was in place; and by the end of the 15th century the Western tower had risen to a height of 34 metres. The eaves of the pulpit are adorned with the coats of arms of the church’s benefactor, overlooked by the archangel Michael blowing a bugle.

Karepa’s medicinal plant gardens provide visitors with the chance to find out about plants that are used in cooking and medicine as well as a range of interesting vegetables. The gardens also organise year-round hiking trips to find out more about medicinal plants growing in the wild, plus seminars on medicinal plants and natural therapy, at which the gardens’ own teas are offered.You can also order food produced using herbs from the gardens and buy a range of herb products, medicinal plant teas, souvenirs and Verner Luke paintings. If you wish, you can also receive personalised advice on plant therapy, camp in the gardens or make use of its picnic area.