Visit Lääne-Viru County


Laane-Viru County is situated in the northeastern part of Estonia, and borders both Russia and Latvia. With its beautiful scenery on the coast of the Gulf of Finland, it's a popular tourist destination. The county has many picturesque towns and villages to explore, including Rakvere which is famous for its medieval castle ruins.

When visiting Laane-Viru County, tourists will find plenty to do including hiking, biking and kayaking in the stunning Lahemaa National Park or exploring centuries old history at sites like the Oru Caves or Toolse Castle. There's also lots of shopping and dining opportunities available in cities like Johvi and Narva.

An interesting historical fact about Laane-Viru County is that it was once occupied by Sweden from 1617 until 1710 when control was returned to Estonia after a successful siege by Russian forces. This historic event marked a major turning point in Estonian history that still resonates today throughout the region.
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