Paldiski

On this daytrip we head for the former Soviet town, Paldiski.Until 1994 the Red Army was based here, where they built a secret training school for submariners and refused entry to anyone who wasn’t military-related. When the Soviet army left (3 years after Estonia regained independence) with their families the town became almost deserted.

Before we reach Paldiski we’ll first stop at the ruins of the manor in Keila Joa. The complex is built around a scenic river and its waterfall. We’ll walk there over the “bridge of lovelocks”, a Russian marriage tradition. Those who feel particularely adventurous, could try to cross the creek barefood. Be carefull, it might be slippery!

In Paldiski we take a look at the marine school and pass the desolated concrete flats. At least, if there are still some left, because the Estonian government is slowly demolishing them all.

Just outside the town you’ll be positively surprised with the natural beauty of Paldiski’s cliffs and their view over the Baltic sea. On a nice day we can do here a picknick; otherwise we will visit a little restaurant in town.

To finish the day we drive to the ruins of a Swedish monastery in Padise. it is one of the oldest buildings in Estonia. If you’re interested, we can stop on the way back in a small bar where they sell draught beer for a ridiculously low price!

We leave Tallinn at 10am and return around 4pm.

Price: Eek 300

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