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Overview

More than 700 years old, Hermann Castle in Narva has been ruled over by Danes, Germans, Swedes and Russians through the centuries, but now finally belongs to Estonians. It obtained its current appearance during the time of the Livonian Order from the 14th-16th centuries. Badly damaged in the Second World War, the castle was significantly restored in the 1970 and 1980s before opening as a museum, which simultaneously offered a permanent exhibition showcasing the history of Narva as well as almost a dozen temporary exhibitions.

In June 2020, the full reconstruction of Narva Castle was completed within the framework of the 'Opening of the Border Castle Discovery Centre’ project, and the east wing of the castle, to which visitors previously did not have access, can now also be visited. Summer 2020 saw the opening of a new permanent exhibition in the castle, focusing on its history from the arrival of the first Danes on the banks of the Narva River up to the present day. The Estonian Museums Festival takes place in Narva every autumn, as part of which the best exhibitions from Estonian museums that have been brought here remain open until the end of the year.
Concerts and conferences take place in the castle's magnificent vaulted knights' meeting and banquet hall and also in the slightly smaller hall in the north wing, while the 51-metre-high Tall Hermann Tower offers views over Narva, the Kreenholm factory and Ivangorod Fortress across the river in Russia.

In summer, the Northern Yard, an artisans’ history centre, operates out of the north yard of the castle, while the Western Yard serves as a venue for large open-air events and is a popular place for spending free time and walking. Linne Herb Garden is also located here, inspired by Swedish botanist Carl Linne’s idea of enhancing old spaces by creating both ornamental and utility gardens. However, in the artillery tower, located in the north-west corner of the Western Yard, is Narva Museum's restaurant Rondeel, which is the only restaurant in Narva to feature in the White Guide rankings of the best places to eat in Estonia.

NB! A mask must be worn by all persons 12 years of age and older.

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Events

Tours and services

History of Narva Castle

This tour focuses on the history of Narva Castle. We talk about the formation and development of the castle complex and its connections with Narva and city life. The use of the castle in different periods is examined, and the relationship between the castle and the city during periods of both war and peace is discussed.

Tour lasts for 1,5 hours.

Group size up to 30 people.

Price:

EST / RUS – 30 € + tickets to Castel

ENG / FIN / GER by special booking – 50 € + tickets to Castel

Additional information and booking: tel. (+372) 359 9230, info@narvamuuseum.ee

In case of delay please phone +372 359 9230. If we are not informed of the delay, we will wait for the group for up to 15 minutes.

Krenholm excursion

Narva Museum organises excursions to Krenholm both by reservation and at 12:00 every Sunday from April till the end of October2022 wherein visitors gain an overview of the factory's more than 160 years of history in the midst of monumental industrial architecture. 2021 also marks the 200th anniversary of the birth of Ludwig Knoop (1821-1894), the founder of the Kreenholm industrial complex and settlement.

There is no equal to Krenholm – there was nothing else like this mammoth company with its more than 10,000 workers overlooking the foaming falls of Narva in either Russia or Europe as a whole. Although the machines in the factory no longer operate, workers no longer beaver away in its workshops and the falls are only open a few times a year, Krenholm's industrial architecture still fascinates people, recalling the glory days of this huge industrial park.

Led by a museum guide, the tour starts at the old Krenholm gates opposite Joala 32. While on the tour you can leave your car or bus in the free car park next to the gates. The tour lasts for around 90 minutes. During this time you explored the closed-off grounds of the factory and visit the old factory building itself, where you can take a look at a large knitting hall to better understand the scale of the work that was done here. The total length of the tour route is around 2.5 km. Since Krenholm is an industrial complex and the tour mainly takes place outdoors, please dress for the weather.

Note:

There are no toilets on the Krenholm site.

Time:

From April till the end of October 2022.

Language:

Depending on the preferred language of the group, your guide will speak Estonian, Russian or English.

Safety:

Tours are provided in accordance with current health protection requirements.

Ticket price:

Full-priced tickets €10, discounted tickets €5.
Tickets for Sunday excursions can be purchased from FIENTA.COM.

Discounted tickets are available to:

children aged 9-18
school students (upon presentation of a student card or ISIC student card)
university students (upon presentation of a student card or ISIC student card)
teachers (upon presentation of an employment certificate or ITIC teacher card)
seniors aged 65+
conscripts in the Estonian defence forces (upon presentation of a military ticket)
people with advanced or severe disabilities (upon presentation of disabled person's card)

Children up to 8 years of age and a person accompanying someone with an advanced/severe disability are admitted free of charge.

City tour

These tours showcase the city's historical sights: churches, bastions and the Dark Garden. We talk about baroque-era Narva, see the Town Hall that remains standing since the time of Swedish rule in the city centre and walk along the river promenade. The city bus tour also provides an overview of the Kreenholm factory district.

The buss tour is conducted using the customer's means of transport.

Meeting point – Peetri plats, https://goo.gl/maps/BqwLjwyKP3tXRqmr9

Duration 1,5 hours.

The group size is up to 30 people for the walking and combined tour. The size of the tour group depends on the number of seats on the bus.

Price: 2 €/person

Minimum price:

EST / RUS – 50 €

ENG / FIN / GER by special booking – 70 €

Kreenholm district

A tour of the historic Kreenholm residential area can serve as a continuation of an industrial tour or as an exciting journey of discovery in its own right, on which you can find out about the history of this unique architectural complex and see houses built in English style, a variety of Kreenholm buildings, a huge hospital complex and more. Kreenholm is an integral part of the city and is attracting more and more attention every year.

Duration1 hour.

The group size is up to 30 people.

Price:

EST / RUS – 35 €

Additional information and booking: tel. (+372) 359 9230, info@narvamuuseum.ee

In case of delay please phone +372 359 9230. If we are not informed of the delay, we will wait for the group for up to 15 minutes.

Experience tours

„Legends of Old Narva“

The history of Narva dates back centuries, and Narva Castle itself is more than 700 years old. The city has been a war zone many times, while the rulers of different countries have been here and important historical events have taken place here.

History is not only stored in documents and chronicles, but also in legends, where truth and fantasy are mixed. Not all folk tales are fairy stories: some are based on documented facts and give an idea of the customs of the past.

During the tour you will learn about the history of the city and hear stories about the beauty of the Virgin of Narva, the courage of a certain young Olaf, friendship and hostility, love and hate.

Find adventure in hitherto unknown corners of the castle and enjoy captivating legends and a glass of wine by the fireplace.

Price: 16 €/person. Minimum price of the tour 320 €

Workshops

We offer visitors interactive activities that will allow you to acquire both knowledge and practical skills in handicraft techniques and in the crafting of products, from candles to spell dolls.