Castle · Estonia · Lääne
Haapsalu Episcopal Castle
A ruined medieval bishop's castle with a cathedral, by the seafront.
about 1.5 h
For storytellers
Why Haapsalu Episcopal Castle matters
The castle is a ruin but a very photogenic one, standing next to the sea, with a large church in its walls. According to legend, a ghost known as the White Lady appears in a window of the church on certain nights in August. Each summer there is a festival around the legend. Even without a ghost, it is a pleasant spot for a walk along the shore.
Talking points
- A local legend tells of a ghostly White Lady appearing at a church window.
- The castle sits next to the seaside promenade.
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