Lihula 800th Anniversary

The year 2011 marks 800 years from Lihula's first mentioning in written sources. In the year 1211 the Riga's archbishop Albert appointed Dünamunde monastery abbot Theoderich to be the bishop of Lihula and later the bishop of Estonia, whose residence should be Lihula castle. The new diocesan centre and therefore the capital of Estonia was to become Lihula, however, the diocesan boundaries were originally undefined. This message marks the first mentioning of Lihula in written resources.

Lihula's 800th anniversary is very important for Estonian Nature Tours because our home is located in Lihula Manor. So - when you are coming to the anniversary events, then feel free to visit us as well. You can rent canoes or bicycles, order a boat trip or guided tour in Matsalu National Park. We also assist in finding suitable accommodation.



You might also wish to visit The Small Gallery which is open from May to September where you can enjoy a cappuccino, hand-made truffles, and all with elegant music. The Tourist Information Centre will always help you with friendly advice and of course the art gallery is open as well.



Estonian Nature Tours recommends following Lihula 800th anniversary events:

11. Feb. Nature Evening "Bird of the year 2011 - Barn Swallow" at Matsalu Nature Center, Penijõe
04. June Provincial Song Festival at Lihula Castle Hill
11. June Matsalu National Park hiking day
09. July The village and health day at the Lihula Castle Hill
14th-17th July III International festival of classical music "Lihula Music Days. " Lihula city, Mihkli Church
04. Aug. Movienight at Lihula Castle Hill
05. Aug. Tõnis Mägi concert at Lihula Cultural House
06. Aug. Theatre at Lihula Castle Hill
19 - 21 Aug. Medieval Days at Lihula Castle Hill
14th-18th Sept. IX. Matsalu Nature Film Festival
14.Oct.Nature Evening at Matsalu Nature Center, Penijõe
11. Nov. Nature Evening at Lihula Music and Arts School
10. Dec. Nature Evening at Lihula Music and Arts School

More events here...