Discover Jõhvi
Accommodation in Jõhvi
Jõhvi combines distinctive church architecture with a promenade, health trails and a cultural centre. If you are planning a stay, these differences can help you choose what interests you: architecture, a walk in the centre or venues such as a cinema and gallery.
Jõhvi at a glance
Jõhvi St Michael’s Church is a single-nave Gothic fortified church. St Michael’s Church in the centre is considered the town’s oldest building. The Church of the Resurrection was completed in 1895 and built in a historicist style from natural stone and red bricks. Jõhvi Promenade is about 2.5 km long; its central section is reserved exclusively for pedestrians. The main route of the health trails is 1.4 km long and has a natural surface.
Which cultural places can you discover?
The churches offer different architectural points of interest in Jõhvi. Jõhvi St Michael’s Church brings together fortified church architecture and the Gothic style. St Michael’s Church in the centre is notable for its role as the town’s oldest building. The Church of the Resurrection creates a different material effect with its natural stone and red bricks; it was completed in 1895. If you are interested in religious architecture, you can treat these features as distinct cultural themes when planning your trip, without combining the buildings into a single walking tour.
Another cultural venue is Jõhvi Concert Hall. It houses the Amadeus Cinema, Jõhvi City Gallery, Jõhvi Music School, Jõhvi Hobby Centre and Noot Café. The hall can host exhibitions, classical concerts, ballet performances and rock concerts.
Which routes and places to spend time suit your interests?
The promenade offers a different focus from the churches and cultural venues. It is about 2.5 km long. Its central section is reserved exclusively for pedestrians and features cafés, seating, fountains and lamps with a lingonberry motif. These features give the section its own character: as well as walking, visitors can also take a short break at the seating or by the fountains. The promenade’s length is a useful guide when including it in your day’s plans.
For a route with a natural surface, consider the health trails. They begin at the edge of Jõhvi City Park, and their main route is 1.4 km long. The promenade and the health trails thus offer two differently described route options: a central section reserved exclusively for pedestrians, and a main route with a natural surface.
The concert hall is near Jõhvi Promenade and the city park. Free parking is available in front of the building. If you are considering a visit to the hall, this practical information is particularly useful for finding your way around the venue. Advance booking is required for the Jõhvi Fortified Church Museum on Sundays, Mondays and public holidays. If you plan to visit on one of these days, take this requirement into account in advance.
More local pages in the same navigation section: Valaste, Narva, Kiviõli, Toila, Kohtla-Järve, Avinurme, Kuremäe and Kalvi.
FAQ
How long is Jõhvi Promenade?
Jõhvi Promenade is about 2.5 km long. Its central section is reserved exclusively for pedestrians.
How long is the main route of the health trails?
The main route is 1.4 km long and has a natural surface. The health trails begin at the edge of Jõhvi City Park.
When is advance booking required for the Fortified Church Museum?
Advance booking is required for visits on Sundays, Mondays and public holidays.
What facilities does Jõhvi Concert Hall house?
It houses the Amadeus Cinema, Jõhvi City Gallery, Jõhvi Music School, Jõhvi Hobby Centre and Noot Café.
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