Vihula
Accommodation in Vihula
At Vihula, the manor house brings nature and culture together: the Mustoja winds through the park among old trees, while museums, marked trails and other activities appeal to a range of interests. During your stay, you can choose from walks, history, regional cuisine and family-friendly activities.
Vihula at a glance
Vihula Manor is located in the protected Lahemaa National Park. Two marked trails at the manor house are 1.5 km and 3 km long, respectively, and are also suitable for cycling. Highlights include a vodka museum with four collections, a vintage car museum and an 18-hole mini-golf course. The restaurant menu features mainly Estonian dishes.
What can you expect in the park and surrounding nature?
The gently flowing Mustoja runs through the park at Vihula Manor. Among old, stately trees and lush greenery, the river widens into a pond with water lilies and small islands; arched bridges cross the water. The park thus offers a tangible contrast with the manor house’s museums and historical themes.
For exercise, there are two marked trails to choose from: one is 1.5 km long and the other 3 km. Both are also suitable for cycling. The trail lengths can help you fit them into your day’s plans; no walking time or difficulty level is specified. During the summer season, visitors can also observe animals at the eco-farm.
What history and museums can you explore?
The first written record of Vihula Manor dates from 1501. The present-day manor house was built during the von Schubert era, between 1820 and 1880. These dates refer to different historical milestones: the first written record of the estate and the construction period of the present-day building.
At the vodka museum, four collections tell different stories connected with the manor. The first accounts of vodka production at Vihula Manor date from the mid-18th century. The vintage car museum offers a different perspective: the legendary and very rare vehicles on display include the Volga, Pobeda, Chaika and historic Opel P4. If you are interested in manor house history, you can also include cars and the history of production in your visit.
How do food and activities come together?
The restaurant menus focus mainly on Estonian cuisine; several recipes come from the manor house’s old cookbook. Much of the natural, locally sourced food comes from the manor’s own garden and neighboring farms. Both regional cuisine and the origin of many ingredients are therefore at the heart of the offering.
A workshop on handmade sweets and truffles combines a treat with an introduction to the history and art of chocolate making. Participants make sweets and truffles using three different types of chocolate and create a decorative box. The day pass at Vihula Manor includes a visit to the historic watermill and bicycle hire for one hour to explore the surrounding area.
Which activities are suitable for a visit with children?
Kaval-Ants Forest offers children adventurous ways to play and relax. Another activity is Vihula Mini Golf: it is the first and largest 18-hole mini-golf course in the Baltics. Its holes represent famous sights from Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. This sets it apart from an ordinary mini-golf course, without requiring you to add other destinations to your plans.
If you would like to compare other destinations, you can also find Vergi, Altja, Mõedaka, Triigi, Ohepalu, Rakvere, Jäneda and Haljala here.
FAQ
How long are the marked trails at Vihula Manor?
There are two trails, measuring 1.5 km and 3 km. Both are also suitable for cycling.
What does the vodka museum display?
The vodka museum comprises four collections with different contents. The first accounts of vodka production at Vihula Manor date from the mid-18th century.
When can visitors observe animals at the eco-farm?
Animals can be observed at the eco-farm during the summer season.
What is included in the day pass?
The day pass includes a visit to the historic watermill and bicycle hire for one hour to explore the surrounding area.
For the broader travel overview: Lääne-Viru.
