Toompea Castle Castrum Danorum
Toompea Castle is a historic castle and architectural monument in Tallinn, Estonia. With an inception dating to the 13th century, it serves as a significant landmark in the city. It is one of the most looked-up sights in Estonia, attracting interest for its history as an architectural and historical monument.
Planning a visit
The climate in Tallinn varies significantly throughout the year. Temperatures are warmest from June through August, with daily highs ranging from 18 °C to 21 °C. These months are generally more suitable for visiting, as winter months like January and February bring cold temperatures between -2 °C and -7 °C and frequent precipitation. The castle is located in the center of Tallinn, 0 km from the capital city. Visitors arriving by air can reach the site from Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport, which is 6 km away.
The site is open to visitors from 10:00 to 16:00. It is located near several other landmarks, allowing for easy travel between multiple sites. Visitors can combine a trip to the castle with visits to the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral at 0.1 km, St. Mary's Cathedral at 0.2 km, Kiek in de Kök at 0.2 km, St. Nicholas Church at 0.3 km, and the Stenbock House at 0.4 km. All these locations are within a short distance of the castle grounds.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 21 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | -2 | -3 | 1 | 8 | 14 | 18 | 21 | 20 | 15 | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| Average low, °C | -6 | -7 | -4 | 1 | 6 | 11 | 14 | 14 | 10 | 5 | 0 | -4 |
| Rainfall, mm | 51 | 35 | 36 | 31 | 35 | 61 | 74 | 82 | 66 | 80 | 68 | 56 |
| Rainy days | 15 | 12 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 15 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
