Estonian Black Bread: Traditions, Tales, & Taste (A Small Group Tour)
Strenuous Activity
Includes snack
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
Viimsi Open Air Museum
Designated a Cultural Monument and under Estonian National Protection, the museum is located in the picturesque seaside village of Pringi in Viimsi County, just a 30-minute drive from central Tallinn. You'll join a small group for an immersive experience that offers a look into the area's history, culture and traditions. As you wander through the complex of 150-year-old farmhouses, barns and sheds you can imagine how people led their daily lives doing farm work, fishing, relaxing, having parties, participating in market days, and celebrating holidays. At the museum's Kingu farmstead, you'll hear about the history of black bread and its customs and traditions. The museum's main area is the historic Kingu farmstead with a barn dating back to the 1820s, as well as a 20th century dwelling, a barn, and other farm buildings. For children, there is a traditional village swing and farm. Following the tour, you'll drive to the medieval Lower Old Town and enjoy a stroll along the cobbled streets before returning to port.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
The Viimsi Open Air Museum offers breathtaking views of the seashore, historic coastal village and in the distance, you can see Tallinn's skyline.
SNACKS
Who doesn't love the smell and taste of fresh bread straight from the oven. While visiting Kingu farm, you'll learn about bread making - from sowing rye to baking, its history, customs and traditions. Who doesn't love the smell and taste of fresh bread straight from the oven. Of course, you will be welcome to taste the bread with homemade butter served with kvass, a traditional Eastern European fermented drink typically made with rye bread and yeast.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
Your tour starts with a scenic drive to Viimsi Open Air Museum, where several historic coastal buildings are gathered together on the picturesque seashore of Pringi Village.
Points of interest
Lower Old Town
Schedule
Special Notes
This tour involves extensive walking over uneven and cobblestone surfaces, wear comfortable walking shoes. Not recommended for guests confined to wheelchairs, with walking difficulties or limited mobility. Bring credit cards for purchases. The order of the visited sights may vary. On Public Holidays most of the shops and many restaurants and cafes will be closed.
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Strenuous Activity
Includes snack
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
Viimsi Open Air Museum
Designated a Cultural Monument and under Estonian National Protection, the museum is located in the picturesque seaside village of Pringi in Viimsi County, just a 30-minute drive from central Tallinn. You'll join a small group for an immersive experience that offers a look into the area's history, culture and traditions. As you wander through the complex of 150-year-old farmhouses, barns and sheds you can imagine how people led their daily lives doing farm work, fishing, relaxing, having parties, participating in market days, and celebrating holidays. At the museum's Kingu farmstead, you'll hear about the history of black bread and its customs and traditions. The museum's main area is the historic Kingu farmstead with a barn dating back to the 1820s, as well as a 20th century dwelling, a barn, and other farm buildings. For children, there is a traditional village swing and farm. Following the tour, you'll drive to the medieval Lower Old Town and enjoy a stroll along the cobbled streets before returning to port.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
The Viimsi Open Air Museum offers breathtaking views of the seashore, historic coastal village and in the distance, you can see Tallinn's skyline.
SNACKS
Who doesn't love the smell and taste of fresh bread straight from the oven. While visiting Kingu farm, you'll learn about bread making - from sowing rye to baking, its history, customs and traditions. Who doesn't love the smell and taste of fresh bread straight from the oven. Of course, you will be welcome to taste the bread with homemade butter served with kvass, a traditional Eastern European fermented drink typically made with rye bread and yeast.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
Your tour starts with a scenic drive to Viimsi Open Air Museum, where several historic coastal buildings are gathered together on the picturesque seashore of Pringi Village.
Points of interest
Lower Old Town
Schedule
Special Notes
This tour involves extensive walking over uneven and cobblestone surfaces, wear comfortable walking shoes. Not recommended for guests confined to wheelchairs, with walking difficulties or limited mobility. Bring credit cards for purchases. The order of the visited sights may vary. On Public Holidays most of the shops and many restaurants and cafes will be closed.