Stay : Weekend in Tallinn

Not far from the port, straddling the Toompea hill and the plain at its feet, the old city of Tallinn holds countless treasures. The heritage concentrated within the boundaries of the former fortified enclosure is invaluable; you can get a glimpse of it by walking around it in one day. Take the time, starting from thereplace de l'Hôtel-de-Ville, to stroll through this maze of streets and alleys that plunge visitors into the atmosphere of medieval Tallinn: churches, museums, monasteries, public buildings, merchant houses built in the Middle Ages, then redesigned in the Gothic style and decorated with stone carved portals. Most of the remaining Gothic monuments date precisely from the 15th century, the city's golden age. Of course, we could stay there for days and days, but a day will allow you to immerse yourself in this magical atmosphere.

To the east of Tallinn, 10 minutes by tramway No. 1 or 3, is the Kadriorg district. Known above all for its palace built in honour of the wife of Czar Catherine ^I, it was built in the Baroque style. The palate is surrounded by a beautiful forest that is interesting to discover at all times of the year to enjoy the different nuances: green leaves in summer, yellow in autumn or bare branches covered with snow in winter. All the buildings surrounding the palace have been renovated and transformed, and there are two other museums: the House-Museum of Peter the Great and the Mikkel Museum. Finally, a museum of contemporary art has recently opened its doors: its design with its ultra-modern geometric shapes completely breaks with the style of the surrounding buildings. It houses the most important collection of Estonian art in the country. Before leaving Kadriorg and heading towards Pirita, if you have time, take a stroll through the streets adjacent to the discovery of these charming coloured wooden houses dating from the 19th century and constituting a remarkable architectural heritage. As you continue eastward, head for Pirita Beach, where you can enjoy many activities. In summer, the water is 20°C and you can swim in it.