Saula brings together two distinct highlights: the Saula Blue Springs, with their natural and cultural heritage, and the Viking Village, with activities focused on Estonian Viking culture. This gives you a choice between a place whose significance lies in three springs and their historical context, and a programme featuring a guided tour, blacksmithing, fishing and water activities. When planning your stay, you can first decide whether you are more interested in springs and heritage history or hands-on cultural and water activities.

Saula Blue Springs: Springs and Heritage History

The Saula Blue Springs consist of three springs with different hues and a total area of up to 700 square metres. The area refers to all three springs combined. Their former renown as sacrificial springs is the reason for their status as archaeological monuments; as a single natural monument, they have been protected since 1999. The springs therefore bring together two different aspects: their historical classification and their protected status.

Viking Culture at the Viking Village

The guided tour at the Viking Village is inspired by Estonian Viking culture from the 8th to the 11th century. It includes archery, axe throwing and activities with a catapult. This period defines the cultural context of the tour; the activities listed form a separate hands-on part of the experience. This makes it possible to understand the programme both in terms of its historical theme and the activities on offer.

The blacksmithing programme is also hands-on: participants can work in the forge. A fortress battle is another activity at the Viking Village. If you are interested in fish, you can catch trout yourself. After fishing, an experienced fish processor can grill or smoke your catch as you wish. Before travelling, check whether the activities you are interested in are currently available to book.

The Viking Village also has a Viking museum. It complements the guided tour and hands-on activities with its own cultural component.

Canoe Trip, Treasure Hunt and Boat Rental

The Viking Village canoe trip covers about 8 kilometres along the Pirita River. Check the river conditions and seasonal availability in advance. Another option on the river is a treasure hunt aboard a Viking ship. It is seasonal; the stretch of river used for it is weather-dependent. The two activities therefore differ in format and planning: the canoe trip is defined by its approximate distance, while the treasure hunt involves a Viking ship and takes place seasonally, subject to the weather.

The Viking Village also rents out canoes and boats. Boat rental is a separate option in addition to the river activities mentioned above; confirm before travelling whether rentals are available.

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