Tallinn in a blue dress

The short winter days in the northern latitudes also have their beautiful sides. In Tallinn, six hours of sunshine are possible at the end of December – sunrise is around half past nine, sunset at half past four. After that, on grey winter days, the most beautiful time of day begins – followed by the blue hour. Tallinn is slowly being wrapped in a deep blue dress. Together with the impressive urban lighting concept, the city presents itself from its most beautiful side between four and five.

We were out and about in the old town during the blue hour and have put together our most beautiful impressions for you here.

Footpath from the Rathausmarkt to the Domberg

Well, some people like to get in the way

Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

The most beautiful view over the skyline of Tallinn is offered by the Kohtuotsa observation deck on the east side of the Cathedral Hill

A little less people and a different angle – directly on the fairytale city wall, the St. Olai Church and the harbour – can be found from the Patkuli viewing platform

The Tallinn Christmas Market has been called the most beautiful Christmas market in Europe. The blue hour is particularly flattering to the beautiful scenery. The Christmas market is located in front of the town hall and lasts until the end of the first week of January.

Town hall tower shadows in the clouds – the madness!

and again the St. Olai Church behind massive city walls – it was supposedly the tallest “building” in the world until the early 17th century…