Lääne-Viru County is situated on Estonia's northern coast and is rich in both history and nature. The county seat Rakvere is one of Estonia's oldest towns with its Order Castle and vibrant cultural life. The area encompasses beautiful coastal and Pandivere Upland landscapes along with many well-preserved manors.

Lääne-Viru County has been inhabited since the Stone Age. Rakvere Castle was first mentioned in 1226. The area was under Livonian Order, Danish, and Swedish rule. Manor culture has left a deep imprint on the landscape — Palmse, Sagadi, and Vihula manors are outstanding examples.

Rakvere Order Castle ruins, Lahemaa National Park (Palmse, Sagadi, Altja, Käsmu), Vihula Manor and Spa, Kunda Cement Factory and history trail, Tapa railway junction, Pandivere Upland and springs, Võsu and Käsmu fishing village.

The Tallinn-Narva railway and highway pass through the county. Rakvere is the main service center with a hospital, schools, and shops. Tapa is an important railway junction. The Lahemaa area has well-developed tourism infrastructure. Bus lines connect to major cities.

leiakv hakuehdotukset

Lääne-Viru County

Yleiskuvaus

Historia ja luonne

Kiinnostavat kohteet

Infrastruktuuri ja liikenne