Kärkna Abbey
#61 among destinations in Estonia
Facts and practical information
Kärkna Abbey, now ruined, was a former Cistercian monastery in Estonia. ()
TartuEstonia
Kärkna Abbey – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: University of Tartu Botanical Gardens, Song Celebration Museum, Estonian National Museum, Tartu Song Festival Grounds.
Botanical garden, Garden, ParkUniversity of Tartu Botanical Gardens, Tartu
180 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Tartu, Estonia's intellectual hub, the University of Tartu Botanical Gardens is a verdant oasis that offers a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Founded in 1803 and covering an area of 3.5 hectares, the gardens are not...
MuseumSong Celebration Museum, Tartu
183 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Tartu, Estonia, the Song Celebration Museum stands as a vibrant testament to the nation's rich choral traditions and cultural heritage. This museum is dedicated to preserving the history of the Estonian Song Celebration, a pivotal event that has...
Museum of Estonian culture and folk artEstonian National Museum, Tartu
180 min walk • The Estonian National Museum, located in the city of Tartu, is a beacon of national heritage and culture in Estonia. This expansive museum, dedicated to preserving the history and ethos of the Estonian people, is not only a treasure trove of artifacts but also an...
Music venueTartu Song Festival Grounds, Tartu
163 min walk • The Tartu Song Festival Grounds are a cherished cultural landmark nestled in the picturesque city of Tartu, Estonia. This historic site is a focal point for the Estonian Song Festival tradition, known locally as "Laulupidu," a deeply rooted event that embodies the...
CemeteryNew St. John's Cemetery, Tartu
159 min walk • New St. John's Cemetery is a cemetery in Tartu, Estonia. Next to this cemetery is located Old St. John's Cemetery. Cemetery was opened in April 1890.
Nature, Natural attraction, LakeLake Raadi, Tartu
173 min walk • Lake Raadi is a lake on the edge of Tartu, Estonia. It was in the grounds of the 18th century Raadi Manor and it is still in the grounds which are open to the public. The grounds were designed by the German landscape artist Peter Joseph Lenné. Plans of Raadi Manor Park date back to at least the middle of the 18th century.
Museum, Specialty museum, History museumIce Age Centre, Tartu
129 min walk • The Ice Age Centre is a museum dedicated to the understanding of ice ages, located in Äksi village, Tartu County, Estonia.
CemeteryOld St. John's Cemetery, Tartu
171 min walk • The Old St. John's Cemetery lies in the southeastern part of Raadi Cemetery in Tartu, Estonia. It was entered into the National Register of Cultural Monuments on 23 May 1997.
CemeteryRaadi cemetery, Tartu
169 min walk • The Raadi cemetery, is the oldest and largest burial ground in Tartu, Estonia, dating back to 1773. Many prominent historical figures are buried there.
Nature, Natural attraction, LakeSaadjärv
141 min walk • Lake Saadjärv is a lake in middle-east Estonia with an area of 7.08 km². The lake is 53.4 m above sea-level. This lake is referenced in Canto VIII of the epic "The Hero of Estonia" by William Forsell Kirby.
NeighbourhoodSupilinn, Tartu
170 min walk • Supilinn is a neighbourhood of Tartu, Estonia. It is located just north of the city centre, on the right bank of Emajõgi River. Supilinn has a population of 1,863. With an area of 0.48 km² it is the smallest neighbourhood of Tartu.
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