Pirita Convent Ruins

The history of the monastery on the banks of the Pirita River dates back to 1407, when the largest nunnery in Old Livonia was founded here. The monastery, which was named after the founder of the Swedish mother monastery, St. Bridget, retained its original appearance until 1577, when the troops of Ivan the Terrible destroyed the monastery. The massive facade of the main building, the walls, cellars and the cemetery have been preserved to this day.
The beautiful park with ruins, which is a popular concert venue in summer, is managed by the Bridget sisters.

Not far from the mouth of the river Pirita 5 km north of Tallinn is the ruins of a monastery of the Birgitten order, which was built in 1436 and destroyed in 1577 in the Livonian War. The walls of the church are still very well preserved. In the meantime, various rooms and foundations have been dug up again in the extensive area. In the park-like Eingangsberech are several graves.

It's impressive what's left. Interesting to discover. For €2 you get a ticket from the ticket machine to enter the monastery ruins. You have to do it if you're in the area.