Sangaste Manor

Sangaste, Estonia

The first mention of Sangaste Manor date back to the year 1522. The present main building is one of the most gorgeous manor houses in Estonia. The red-brick house, built between 1879-1883, represents the Gothic revival style with English features. It was designed by architect Otto Pius Hippius and the owner of the building throughout its existence as a private house was the scientist Count Magnus von Berg (1845-1938).

There is a park of 75 hectacres surrounding the manor. Today, the castle is a visiting center and serves as the place for wedding ceremonies and welcomes all romantic souls.

Address

Lossiküla, Sangaste, Estonia

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Details

Founded: 1879-1883
Category: Palaces, manors and town halls in Estonia
Historical period: Part of the Russian Empire (Estonia)

More Information

www.sangasteloss.ee

Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Ruslan Kolotogin (2 years ago)
Very badly maintained castle, thought has potential. Not worth to come from far, unless if you pass by. Didn't stay in the hotel.

Kristaps Puida (2 years ago)
If I could, I would put zero. we arrived, there is a guy in front of us who doesn't understand English, I was even ready to speak Russian. Therefore, if you go there, be prepared that you won't get past the gate if you don't know Estonian.

Jozef Jonas (2 years ago)
This castle servers as hostel. It’s small inside, not much to see inside, also view from the upper tower is not interesting. It’s very nice from outside though. Definitely not worth 7 EUR entrance fee.

Helena Stanislavska (2 years ago)
Cštle grounds are not very well kept.Entrance to the park is 3 eur but if you want to visit also castle than ticket is hefty 15 eur. Not worth it.

Ignacas Kislauskas (3 years ago)
Very beautiful English style palace with museum and restaurant

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