The Red Tower — Pärnu's oldest building
The Red Tower is the oldest preserved structure in Pärnu. Built during the 15th century in the southeast corner of the Hanseatic city of Uus-Pärnu as part of the medieval fortifications, the Red Tower was the city's prison until the 19th century. The ironstone tower got its name from the brick lining that covered it inside and out. In the 17th century, the tower had four floors and a 6-meter-deep prison floor. Three floors have been preserved.
A branch of the Pärnu Museum is open in the Red Tower, featuring a panoramic cinema introducing the history of medieval Pärnu and the Red Tower.
Opening times
1. sept - 30. april
Wed-Sun 10:00 - 18:00
1. may - 19. june
Wed-Sun 10:00 - 18:00
20. june - 20. aug
Tue-Sun 10:00 - 19:00
21. aug - 31. aug
Tue-Sun 10:00 - 18:00
Location
Hommiku tn 11, Pärnu linn, Pärnu linn, Pärnu maakond
Phone
+372 443 3488
visit@pernau.ee