Raikküla Manor

Raikküla, Estonia

The first written record of Raikküla manor date back to the year 1469. Later it has been associated with the von Staals, the Kankrins and the von Keyserlings. The luxurious High-Classicist main building was completed on the foundation of a former building in 1820. After a fire in 1960, the house lied in ruins for a long time. Currently, it is privately owned and being renovated. About a kilometre from the manor's centre is a family graveyard of the von Keyserling's family.

Reference: Estonian Manors

Address

Raikküla mõisa talu, Raikküla, Estonia

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Details

Founded: 1820
Category: Palaces, manors and town halls in Estonia
Historical period: Part of the Russian Empire (Estonia)

More Information

www.visitestonia.com
www.mois.ee

Rating

4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Александр Иванец (5 months ago)
Видно идёт реставрация,Если восстановят,будет отлично.

Triin Pajumaa (7 months ago)
Crazy project, but nice to see enthusiastic owners who care about restoring the manor. A place with a very interesting history!

Signe Kumar (2 years ago)
A manor with a very fascinating history. Super cool host who welcomes!

Alar A (Falenone) (4 years ago)
It's probably haunted ?

A (4 years ago)
Old and not in the best condition.

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