- Viljandi castle (in German Fellin) of Teutonic Order, construction of which started 1224 in place of a former hillfort, was one of the strongest castles in Livonia.
- Viljandi castle park Source: Rivo Veber, Toolbox.Estonia.ee. ... Source: Siim Verner Teder. Source: Viljandi Turismiinfokeskus.
- After initial setback in the battle of Viljandi in 1223, the crusaders of Sword Brethren conquered the hillfort at the place where the main castle was later built.
- Castle ruins located in Viljandi. Was one of the strongest castles in ancient Livonia. Offers a great look on the lake and is surrounded by park.
- Viljandi Castle was built on the site of a former settlement at the beginning of the 13th century and was one of the most impregnable castles in Livonia.
- Ruins of the Viljandi Order Castle. ... Contact Viljandi linnavalitsus Linnu 2, Viljandi 71020 Phone: 435 4730 (Viljandi Linnavalitsus) E-mail: visit@viljandi.ee.
- The construction of the castle was started by German knights in 1224, shortly after Viljandi was occupied by the Germans.
- Have seen many castle ruins in the past and Viljandi castle is really one of a kind, stretching over three adjacent hilltops.
- Top ways to experience Ruins of the Viljandi Order Castle and nearby attractions. ... If you are in Viljandi, you have to visit the ruins of the old castle.
- Here are 10 things you can do when visiting Viljandi Castle Ruins. ... So make sure to add Viljandi Castle Ruins to your list of places to visit when you’re in Estonia.