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Attraction · Viljandi · Updated on 1 November 2026.

Viljandi Castle

Viljandi Castle is an attraction in Viljandi, Viljandi County. This place has a story in the app. 2 of the 4 well-known points of interest nearby are within 1 km. Within 20 m you'll find a bench.

Viljandi Castle
Viljandi Castle, photo 2
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The story

Story · Viljandi Castle

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You're standing among the ruins of Viljandi Castle, just outside the town centre. Have a look around. Today it's broken walls on a hill, but this was once one of the strongest castles in Livonia, the medieval region covering much of today's Estonia and Latvia.

Read the whole story in the Outdoor Pitstop app: check in at this place and it is yours (with Pro; new users are Pro for the first 4 weeks).

Opening hours and admission

Opening hours
24/7

Source: OpenStreetMap and Wikidata.

Photos

10 photos from Wikimedia Commons. In the app you add your own photo when you are there.

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Facilities near Viljandi Castle

The nearest pitstop of each kind within 1 km, as the crow flies.

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Frequently asked questions

When is Viljandi Castle open?

24/7 (according to OpenStreetMap). Check the official website for public holidays.

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