Saula: Springs and Experiences Related to Viking Culture
Accommodation in Saula
Saula brings together natural and cultural heritage with experiences related to Viking culture and water. The Saula Blue Springs are a natural monument with a special history; at the Viking Village, activities range from a canoe trip to hands-on experiences. This lets you consider different interests for your trip without limiting yourself to just one kind of excursion.
Saula at a glance
The Saula Blue Springs consist of three springs with different shades of color. Their total area is up to 700 square meters. They have been protected as a single natural monument since 1999. The springs were formerly known as sacrificial springs and are therefore considered archaeological monuments. The Viking Village offers, among other things, a Viking museum, a canoe trip on the Pirita River, and several hands-on activities.
What makes the Saula Blue Springs special?
Those interested in nature and history will find two closely connected aspects of the same place here. The different shades of color distinguish the three springs; their historical role as sacrificial springs is part of the Blue Springs’ heritage. This connection also makes a visit interesting for travelers looking for cultural and historical topics as well as features of the landscape.
What experiences does the Viking Village offer?
Estonian Viking culture takes center stage at the Viking Village in a guided tour inspired by the period from the 8th to the 11th century. The tour includes archery, axe throwing, and activities with a catapult. These offer different ways to take part, which you can consider for your trip according to your personal interests. Other offerings include a fortress battle.
There is also a hands-on blacksmithing program: participants can work in the forge. Those who would first prefer to learn more about the subject can visit the Village’s Viking museum. The museum, guided tour, and hands-on activities each focus on different things—from learning about Viking culture to trying out individual activities.
What water activities are available?
The Viking Village canoe trip covers about 8 kilometers on the Pirita River. The approximate distance lets you include the trip as a separate part of your itinerary; no exact duration is given. Canoes and boats are also available to rent at the Viking Village. Another option is a treasure hunt aboard a Viking ship on the Pirita River. This means a tour, watercraft rentals, and a themed experience are offered as separate options rather than being combined into one activity.
What other activities and culinary experiences are available?
Visitors can catch trout themselves at the Viking Village. An experienced fish processor can then grill or smoke the trout according to their preference. This combines fishing with a way to prepare the catch, offering a choice between grilled and smoked fish. Together with the blacksmithing program, fortress battle, and Viking museum, this makes for a range of options to consider according to your practical, cultural, and culinary interests.
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FAQ
How many springs make up the Saula Blue Springs?
The Saula Blue Springs consist of three springs with different shades of color.
How long is the Viking Village canoe trip?
It covers about 8 kilometers on the Pirita River.
What activities are included in the Viking Village tour?
The tour, inspired by Estonian Viking culture from the 8th to the 11th century, includes archery, axe throwing, and activities with a catapult.
See the main travel overview: Harju.
