30.06 at 14:15–22:30

in Estonian / English

Tickets: 35 EUR – tickets available at Piletitasku ticket office HERE >> (link will be active soon!)
Free for ESTO passport holders – register here by 18 June at the latest. 

ITINERARY

14:15 Bus departs from Meresuu Hotel in Narva-Jõesuu.
(Luggage is brought along and remains on the bus for the entire trip)
14:35 Arrival Narva, Pimeaia 3.
14:45–16:00 Swedish Narva (walking tour) (ends at the Town Hall)

Swedish Narva

Meeting point: the upper promenade by the Hahn stairs (Hahni trepp) (map)
End location: at the foot of Victoria Bastion on the Swedish Terrace

Organiser: Narva Museum

The tour is dedicated to the period 1581-1704, when the city of Narva was part of the Swedish Kingdom.

The “Golden Swedish Age” still captivates the minds of historians and scholars today. It was a time when Narva was known as a great trading city, and was fought over by the great powers of Europe. It was during the glorious Swedish period that Narva acquired its unique appearance and special atmosphere, which remained virtually unchanged until the end of the Second World War. What links Narva and Stockholm? Why did this period of history begin and how did it end? Let’s find out how the city developed, what events took place here and who were Narva’s most famous residents. We will walk along the streets of that time, look at the buildings that still stand today and try to imagine the city that disappeared.

14:45–16:00 Victoria Bastion casemates

Victoria Bastion casemates

Location: Victoria Bastion Casemates, Pimeaia 3

Organiser: Narva City Government

The Victoria Bastion casemates are underground bastion passages built in the late 17th century. During the tour, you’ll learn about the history of Narva’s defence system, the role of bastions in times of war and peace, legends of hidden treasures that only the bravest dared to seek, and the mysterious inhabitants of the bastions—whom you might even get a chance to meet!

After the visit to the Victoria Bastion casemates, a guided walk to the Town Hall follows.

16:15–17:00 Virtual reality exhibition “The new life of Old Narva”

Virtual reality exhibition “The new life of Old Narva”

Location: Town Hall, Raekoja plats 1

Organiser: Narva City Government

In the restored Narva Town Hall building, you can explore a virtual reality exhibition. This exciting attraction brings pre-World War II Narva to life with the help of VR headsets and touchscreens. The virtual exhibition allows visitors to travel through centuries-old Narva using VR glasses, discover what life was like in the city before the war, hear stories of colourful Narva residents, and experience history through the eyes of the people who lived there at that time.

16:15–17:00 Guided tour of Narva Town Hall

Guided tour of Narva Town Hall

Location: Town Hall, Raekoja plats 1

Organiser: Narva City Government

From June 2023, Narva Town Hall re-opened its doors after a 24-year break. Built in the 17th century and recently renovated, the building awaits guests! During the tour, you will learn about the history of the construction of the town hall and its main changes in the context of historical events in the city, as well as current work in the building.

17:30 Bus departs from Narva, Raekoja 1.
17:50 Bus arrives at Vaivara Sinimäed, Grenadier Hill
18:00 Sinimäed 1944 and Grenadier Hill visit

Sinimäed 1944 and Grenadier Hill visit

Organiser: Vaivara Sinimägede Museum

The Vaivara Sinimägede Museum’s exhibition is dedicated to the 1944 battles on the Narva River and in the Sinimäed. The museum displays weapons, uniforms, wartime photos, propaganda posters of the warring sides, and more. In addition to anti-tank guns, mortars and hand-held weapons, the museum displays soldiers’ personal items, from portable cooking pots to felt boots. In the museum’s courtyard, you can admire Red Army howitzers and war debris found in the marsh and on the ground. The tour also takes you to Grenadier Hill, which has an important place in Estonian military history.

19:15 Bus departs from Sinimäed and heads towards Tallinn along the E 20 highway.
20:00 Dinner at Liimala, Tulivee restaurant
*Meal selection is made during registration. Registration is binding.
21:00 Bus departs from Liimala towards Tallinn
22:30 Bus arrives in Tallinn