Castle · Estonia · Saare

Kuressaare Bishop's Castle

A well-preserved medieval castle with a moat, on the island of Saaremaa.

Paid entry about 1.5 h

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Why Kuressaare Bishop's Castle matters

This castle was built in the Middle Ages by the bishops of the region and is one of the best-preserved fortifications of its type in the Baltics. It stands in a green park, surrounded by a water-filled moat and earth bastions. Inside there is a museum with exhibits about the island's history, and the courtyard hosts concerts in summer.

Talking points

  • The castle is surrounded by a moat and bastions.
  • Part of the building is now an island museum.

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