Pikk Hermann (Tall Hermann)
Tall Hermann is the defensive tower standing at the southwestern corner of Toompea Castle in Tallinn. It is thought to have been built in 1371. It obtained its current height (45.6 m) and shape in the late 15th century.
A narrow stone staircase of 215 steps leads to the top of the tower.
At the top of the tower, 95 metres above sea level, flies the flag that symbolises the ruling power in Estonia. The blue, black, and white of the national flag were first seen here on 12 December 1918 and after years of Soviet occupation, again on 24 February 1989.
Good to know: The flag is raised at sunrise and lowered at sunset, except on Victory Day and Midsummer Day on June 23–24.
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Historic Castle Tower in Tallinn
tripadvisor rating 5 of 5This tower dates back to 1360 and is the tallest tower of Toompea Castle. This tower is historically significant because it was the first place the Estonian flag was flown when Estonia became its own... Read more comments
A lovely tower and garden.
tripadvisor rating 3 of 5This is a lovely tower (rarely open to the public) overlooking the palace and the cathedral. There's a lovely garden next to the tower - the Governor's garden.
Urban legend
tripadvisor rating 5 of 5In the Middle Ages, a girl and a young man lived in Old Tallinn. The girl's name was Margaret, and the young man's name was Hermann. Margaret lived in a fishing village, she was short, plump and... Read more comments
