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Wanderhase🐰
May 1, 2025
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During the Crusades against the Latgalians and Livonians, the Order of the Brothers of the Sword conquered the area around Fellin in 1211, including the Iron Age hill fort in 1223, which Volkwin of Naumburg zu Winterstätten subsequently had expanded into one of the most powerful fortresses in Livonia. After suppressing an uprising of the indigenous population in a renewed Crusade under Bernhard II of Lippe, the Order was able to establish itself permanently in the region from 1224 onwards and establish the Christian faith.
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May 1, 2025
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The Fellin Castle was a fortress of the Teutonic Order in Estonia. It is located within the city of Viljandi.
Initial excavations were carried out in 1878 and 1879 under the direction of Fellin high school teacher Theodor Schiemann, which led to a reconstruction of the castle. Open-air festivals currently take place on the site.
Initial excavations were carried out in 1878 and 1879 under the direction of Fellin high school teacher Theodor Schiemann, which led to a reconstruction of the castle. Open-air festivals currently take place on the site.
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April 16, 2025
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easy access, great view
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Best routes to Viljandi Castle Ruins
4.8
(14)
88
hikers
13.5km
03:35
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Moderate
5.0
(1)
1
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Easy
4
hikers
11.3km
03:00
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Moderate
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Elevation 80 m
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