Castles & manors :: Visit Baltic Manors

Kostivere is first mentioned in history sources already in the 14th century. The main manor house was built in 1776 on an river island and a beautiful park was planted round the house.

KUKRUSE POLAR MANOR

Kukruse manor was named Kukruse Polar Manor as its exposition is dedicated to world- famous researcher and explorer of Africa as well of the Arctic Sea, Eduard von Toll.

Kumna Manor

The history of Kumna manor dates back to 17th century. Till 1939 it was the residence of von Meyendorff family.

Kuremaa Manor

Kuremaa (Korymek) was first mentioned in 1582. In mid-19th centuruy when Kuremaa festive main building was built it was the largest manor in Palamuse parish.

Lasila Manor

The world famous founder of embryology Karl Ernst von Baer spent his childhood at Lasila Manor.

Loona Manor

The medieval Loona manor (Kadvel in German) belonged to von Lode’s on the 16th century and was constructed as a vassal-castle.

Luke Manor

Luke is the place, where you can lose your heart. Just come and admire the beautiful gardener’s house, sit in the pavillion and watch the reflection of trees on the water.

Maidla Manor

Since 1925 there has always been a school in Maidla. Nowadays there is also a kindergarden and a youth center.
Maidla manor is carefully restored and adjusted for the needs of the school.

Muuga mõis

Muuga Neo-Renaissance building was built by Carl Timoleon von Neff, the Russian tsar’s court artist, to house his art collection. He sketched out designs and painted many of the murals.

Olustvere Manor

The English country house style palace was commissioned by Count Nikolai von Fersen, the master of ceremonies of the Russin tsar’s court .

Pädaste Manor

The earliest written history of Pädaste Manor dates back to 1566 when Fredrik II, King of Denmark handed the manor over to the von Knorr family in recognition of services rendered to the Danish Crown.

Palmse Manor

Palmse is one of the most iconic manors in Estonia as its restoration in 1975-1985 became a standard-setter for the revival of manor heritage in Estonia.

Palupera Manor

The greatest construction works at the Palupera manor ensemble was undertaken by the von Bruiningk family, who acquired the manor at an auction in 1818.

Parsonage of the Muhu St. Catharine Church

Muhu Church was first mentioned in 1267, the parsonage (Hof KYRKYS auf Mohn) in 15th century. On a map of 1698 there is a drawing of the church parsonage houses.

Pidula Manor

Pidula is first mentioned in the chronicles of the 16th century. It is one of the best preserved of Saaremaa's noble manors.

Pilguse Manor

Pilguse is connected to famous world explorers Admiral of Russian Czar Navy Fabian Gottlieb Benjamin von Bellingshausen and Karl Pontus von Nolken.

Puurmani Castle

The imposing Neo-Renaissance-style castle owned by one of the wealthiest families in Livonia, the Manteuffels, is one of Estonia’s most beautiful.

Raikküla Manor

Raikküla is a unique classicist manorial ensmble wih a free-style park. The owners of the manor are dedicated to restoration of the ensemble and collecting old furniture and books.

Räpina Manor

The Räpina manor house -called Sillapää Castle was built in 1730s, is one of the stateliest Neoclassicist residence in Estonia.

Ravila Manor

The village of Ravila was first mentioned in 1241. The first data of the manorial estate originates from 1469, when the manor belonged to von Rosens.

Rogosi Manor

Rogosi at the time of its construction in the 16th century stood out in all of Livonia for its originality. The interior courtyard was accessed through iron gates that were closed at night.

Roosna-Alliku Manor

Roosna-Alliku established in the early 17th century belonged to the von Rosens.The main building, in Early Neoclassicist style, was commissioned by Otto Friedrich von Stackelberg in 1786.

Sagadi manor

Red tiled roofs, whitewashed arches, a bell tower, and other pink and white buildings arranged with German precision;bright green lawns, stately park trees, roses, and a pond as a symbol of love

Saka Manor

Saka is unique not only for its architecture but

it is situated in a very special location on a high and rocky coast of the Baltic Sea.

Saku manor

Saku manor was constructed in 1820 and is among the best examples of classicism in Estonia. The designer of the building is thought to be Carlo Rossi, famous architect of the time

Sangaste Palace

The landlord Friedrich von Berg, a famous scientist, commissioned a manor resembling old English country palaces. The National Geographic's yellow window frame stresses the significance of the manor.

Suure-Lähtru Manor

Suure-Lähtru manorial estate was founded by Egon von Alen in 1560. In 1590 - 1836 it belonged to to the von Baranoff family.

Uue-Suislepa Manor

Uue-Suislepa was gifted by Kaiser Paul I to the von Krüdener family in the late 18th century and remained in their hands until the 1919 land reform.

Vääna Manor

The Vääna manor house, built close to the medieval vassal ruins, is one of the most unusual late Baroque manor houses in Estonia.

Vana-Kuuste Manor

Vana-Kuuste is a manor school with a long and diverse history. telling the stories of Baltic German nobilities as well as important personalities like J.Kuperjanov from 20th century.

Vana-Vigala Manor

The early Neoclassicist manor building, completed in 1775, is one of the most distinctive manor houses and the fields largest ones both in historical Lääne County and Estonia.

Vana-Võidu mõis

The Neoclassicist main building was designed by Emil Julius Strauss in the mid-19th century. The manor has been home to Viljandi Vocational Training Centre since 1999.

Vasalemma Manor

Vasalemma is one of Estonia’s most striking Neo-Gothic manors. The Baggenhufwudts, were well-known industrialists and philanthropists who drew their wealth from a brewery established at Saku Manor.

Vasta Manor

The Vasta manor, once owned by the Waschel family, was first mentioned in written sources in 1398.

Vihula Manor

Vihula is a 16th-century manor estate with two main and 25 other historical buildings in a 50-hectares park and forest.

Võidula Manor

Võidula is one of few preserved historicist wooden manors in Estonia. The manor was built by the owner of glass factory.

Latvia

Abgunste Manor

Abgunste manor is a place for Your creativity and celebration of life.

Aluksne Manor

Alūksne New Castle was built from 1859 to 1864, by Baron Alexander for Vietinghoff, and is one of the most impressive late Tudor neo-gothic architecture monuments in Latvia.

Arendole Manor

Where history meets inspiration! Escape to a19 th Centru autentic Manor house set amongst the peaceful Latgalian countryside.

Berkenes Manor

Berķene Manor is one of the oldest small manors in Zemgale. A hotel operates in the restored historical manor house, built in 1819 in classicist style, and adjacent barn.

Birini Manor

The road to the Birini Manor goes along a scenic alley across the floodgate uniting two lakes. From here, a wonderful view of the neo-gothic Castle opens up.

Cesvaine Castle Complex

Cesvaine new castle complex, an excellent example of historical eclecticism

Dikli Manor

Although Dikļi manor is mentioned in the annals of time as early as the 15th century, its current neo-baroque building was built in 1896.

Dundaga Castle

Full of legends, the 800 years-old Dundaga Castle lies right in the middle of Northern Kurzeme. Celebration halls, conference rooms, exhibitions, tastings, tours.

Durbe Manor, Tukums Museum

The Durbe Manor is considered one of the classical architecture pearls of Kurzeme.

Eleja Manor teehouse

The ensemble of Eleja Manor buildings was designed of 19th century in the style of Classicism after the order of Duke Christoph Johann Friedrich von Medem.

Garsene Manor

The Garsene manor house was built from 1856 till 1860 in pseudo-gothic style, the architect of it is unknown.

Jaunauce Manor

The building is Jaunauce 19 century national architectural monument.

Jaunmokas Manor

The palace was designed in Neo-Gothic style and was meant to function as a hunting lodge for the mayor of Riga George Armitstead.

Jaunpils Castle - Museum

Jaunpils Castle was built in 1301 as a fortress of the Livonian Order, surrounded by a millpond from three sides and initially inhabited by small troops of knights.

Kārļa Manor

Welcome to 3-star country hotel in the middle of Nature near the historic town of Cesis, Gauja National Park, Latvia.

Kokmuiza

Nowadays the you can visit the manor either alone, or join a guided tour. The tour shows the manor-house, stable premises, building of the manor's administrator, both barns, and the brewery basement.

Kraslava Manor

18th century architectural monument of national importance.

Krimulda Manor

An impressive manor complex has been formed in Krimulda that still exists today.

Krustpils Castle, Jekabpils History Museum

Krustpils castle mentioned in chronicles for the first time in 1237.

Lielplatone Manor

The first mention of Lielplatone (Groβ-Platon) was in chronicles in 1500, though it was renamed Senverdere in the 17th century.

Lielvircava Manor

Lielvircava Manor's (Groβ-Würzau) old manor house was built in the period from 1803 to 1808, and was constructed by Baron Dionysius von Kloppmann.

Limbaži Castle and Limbaži Museum

Limbaži Medieval Castle Ruins and Limbaži Museum

Litene Manor

The white manor building of Litene is located on the steep banks of Pededze river.

Lizums Manor

The beautiful Lizums Castle is situated in the center of the village. Since 1937 there is Lizums Secondary School. Lizums Secondary School Local History Museum is set in the tower of the building.

Luznava Manor

Luznava Manor - Art Nouveau gem of Latgale.

Malpils Manor

Mālpils Manor is an outstanding sample of the 19th century Classical architecture featuring an extensive Baroque style park and picturesque landscape.

Mezotne Palace

Mežotne Palace is one of the brightest examples of classicism architecture in Latvia. It's expressive auxiliary buildings, the beautiful park and Lielupe River.

Padure Manor

Padure manor house is exquisit example of late classicism in which practically all details are preserved and original.

Preilu Manor

The most remarkable cultural heritage of Preiļi is the manor complex and park.

Ranka Manor

The first information about Ranka Manor relates to year 1638.

Skrunda Manor

On the shores of the River Venta lies Skrunda Manor, a 19th century Classicism style gem where guests can enjoy an international cuisine restaurant and indulge in a number of relaxing massages.

Slokenbeka Manor

Šlokenbekas muiža ir viens no retajiem nocietinātas viduslaiku muižas paraugiem Baltijā un vienīgais Latvijā, kas saglabājies līdz mūsu dienām.

Smuku Manor

Surrounded by ponds and forests you can find the recreation complex “Smuku Manor”, which, combines the countryside peace and the charm of a town.

Tukums Castle Tower

The “CastleTower” dates back to the period between 1772 and 1787, and it was built with fragments of the stones used to build the former castle of the Livonian Order.

Turaida Castle

Stone castles were built in Latvia in the Middle Ages. A large part of these castles are now in ruin, but a number of them, for instance, Turaida Castle,

Ungurmuiza Manor

Ungurmuiža Baroque style manor house is the only architectural monument of the 18th century wooden baroque buildings preserved in Latvia

Vadakste Manor

Vadakste Manor is located on the right bank of the river, where once was the Zemgalian mound and the last settlement before moving to Lithuania

Varaklani Castle

Varklani castle is an outstanding and early classicism model in Latvian building art.

Vecauce Castle

Vecauce Castle is located in Zemgale, Auce region, Vecauce municipality.

Veselava Manor

Veselava manor complex was created in the 19th century.

Virkas manor (Firckshof)

The first owner of the manor house of Virka r Jirgen fon Firks received the land as a fief from the Kuldīga’s commandry of the Livonian order in the year 1494.

Zaļenieki (Green) manor

The Zaļenieki Manor Hunting Lodge is an outstanding 18th century example of the Duchy of Courland’s architecture, where a significant number of important architectonic elements.

Lithuania

Abromiškės Manor

Abromiškės manor was built in the 16th century (1571) by Abrahamas Poniatovskis. Scenic park of Abromiškės manor was founded in the 19th century on a gently curved terrain by the lake.

Akmena Manor

A Dutch style Akmena stone windmill was built after 1864, now is renovated. Akmena manor grows doves, ancient birds and flowers, serves as a venue for open-air workshops and concerts.

Alanta Manor

Alanta estate is the value of cultural heritage, protected by the government. The manor house is used for educational and cultural needs, since 2015 the art gallery is established here.

Aristavelė Manor

Aristavėlė manor is a valuable example of Lithuanian wooden Baroque architecture.Concerts, seminars and various events connected with craftsmanship and traditional wooden construction take part here.

Aštrioji Kirsna Manor

Written sources mention the Aštrioji Kirsna manor as early as the 16th c. The ensemble of a mid-19th c. neo-classical manor consisted of 19 buildings and a park, all built on a curved terrain.

Aukštoji Freda Manor

Rich plant expositions, picturesque old park with a unique pond system and bridges, numerous buildings of Aukštoji Freda estate bears romantic historical spirit and creates calm natural environment.

Babtynas Žemaitkiemis Manor

Babtynas Žemaitkiemis manor is serving as a venue for the various concerts. The manor and its surroundings have become a creative residence for artists and a centre of cultural tourist attraction.

Biržai Castle

During 16th – 17th c. Dutch style Biržai castle was the most powerful and important in the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. Since 1989 castle is the house for a museum, with the restaurant in the basement.

Bistrampolis Manor

Built in 1850, the classical style Bistrampolis manor house has remained till nowadays. Already traditional Bistrampolis Festival is being held every year in June-August.

Buivydiškės Manor

Buivydiškės manor, famous for its residents – the Šventaragis family, and the Radziwills, consists of the palace, two servants’ quarters, an icehouse and two houses.

Čiobiškis Manor

The classicistic Čiobiškis manor, which survived to this day, was formed at the end of the 18th century – the beginning of the 19th century, likely designed by Laurynas Stuoka Gucevičius.

Dautarai Manor

Dautarai manor is on the border of Samogitia and Lithuania. Until this day, 19th century German-style manor house with several other buildings has remained standing.

Gediminas Castle (Lithuanian National Museum)

The Castle Hill surrounded by rivers is important to the history of the Vilnius city. A picturesque panorama of the capital of Lithuania opens up from the scenic overlook on the top of the tower.

Ilzenbergas Manor

Built in 1515, Ilzenberg's Manor has been given a second lease of life. Unique farm in the Baltic states uses natural farming principles to produce over 100 different food products.

Jakiškės Manor

Jakiškės manor was first mentioned in the historical sources in the 16th century. The manor with classicistic features built in 1898 is now being brought to a new life.

Jašiūnai Manor

Balinskiai manor house in Jašiūnai was built in 1824 – 1828, in late Classicism, Empire style, designed by architect Karolis Podčašinskis, situated on the western bank of the Merkys river.

Kelmė Manor

Kelmė manor with it`s two storey brick gates, resembling a tower, is the rare manor of baroque style in Lithuania. Nowadays, the buildings of Kelmė manor ensemble are used as Kelmė Museum.

Kurtuvėnai Manor

Kurtuvėnai manor, one of the oldest Lithuania manors, functions now as a regional park visitor centre, with concerts, galleries and conferences being organised, with a Ridding service centre.

Liubavas Manor

Shrouded with mystery and full of surprises and discoveries, Liubavas (related to word “love”), the most romantic manor in Lithuania is presented in the stonework mill of the manor.

Markučiai Manor

The Museum of A. Pushkin is housed in a former residential building of Markučiai manor which was owned by the family of Grigory Pushkin – son of the poet Alexander Pushkin.

Paberžė Manor

The Museum of 1863–1864 Uprising is a unique museum in its kind in Lithuania. The Museum was established by Kėdainiai district municipality in a wooden manor house in 1993.

Paliesius Manor

Paliesius manor has perfect space for creative ideas, relaxation and entertainment. The Concert Hall HORSESHOE is the exclusive property, a unique venue for various concerts and events.

Panemunė Castle

Panemunė Castle was built for the owner Eperiess by the Dutch architect Peter Nonhaardt, who served at the royal palace in Vilnius. Today it is the property of the Vilnius Academy of Arts.

Plungė Manor

In 1879 the central building was built in a neo-renaissance style, from then the manor has had its golden age. Annually international Mykolas Oginskis’classical music festivals are organized.

Renavas Manor

The renewed Renavas manor house holds a permanent exposition of the representational interior of the manor, which introduces the visitors to the Lithuanian manor culture of the 19th century.

Rokiškis Manor

Rokiškis Regional Museum is located in the Rokiškis manor palace. It presents unique cultural and historical exhibits of Rokiškis region, organizes various events.

Saldutiškis Manor

Saldutiškis manor is located in Saldutiškis village. It was first mentioned at the end of the 18th c. It was managed by the Jaloveckis family. The old classicism style palace was rebuilt many times.

Trakai Castle

Construction of the Island Castle on one of the larger islands of Galvė Lake began in the second half of the 14th century. In 1962, the Island Castle was conveyed to Trakai History Museum.

Trakų Vokė Manor

The Manor is open for society all year round with concerts, performances, exhibitions, excursions, cultural and private events. There were such films filmed as “War and peace”, “Ana Karenina”.

Vasaknos Manor

Once owned by the most influential noble families of Lithuania, today Vasaknos Manor is a popular wedding and event destination among those looking for quality, and beautiful landscape.

Žeimiai Manor

Žeimiai manor palace is attributed to the style of late classicism. Currently the manor hosts top class cultural events, art projects, educational programmes and celebrations of town community.

Zypliai Manor

Zypliai manor consists of eleven remaining buildings, and it has been engaging in active touristic and cultural life since 2003. The manor is full of life all-year-round.