The Manor of Käesalu
In harmony with nature's rhythm
The manor is surrounded by a park, where the flora and fauna provide a home, food, shelter, and visual delight for you!
Records of Käesalu village can be traced back to the year 1624, and the construction of the first manor building likely began as early as 1648
The manor mansion and the estate as an economic unit in Käesalu certainly existed before the year 1686. The manor has had several owners and residents, either through inheritances, lease agreements, or purchase-sale agreements. The preserved architecture of the current main building was commissioned after 1759 by Karl Gottlieb von Gernet.
Karl Gottlieb von Gernet transferred the ownership rights of the manor to his adult son, Lieutenant Christian Wilhelm, in 1775, who established a remarkable French-style section of the park. The general inspiration for the design of the terraced part of the park was taken from those in Vienna." Belvedere ülemise ja alumise lossi vaheline park. Käesalus on selle pargiosa astmeline struktuur säilinud tänini.
The manor center was already located in the same place in the last decades of the 17th century. Tänapäeval on ca 75 hektari suurune mõisamaa osa koos suurema osa hoonetega eraomandis.
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The art center is housed in a period-accurate orangery that harmonizes with the manor's architecture, located at the heart of the estate.
Historical project
The orangery project is based on the design by the renowned Estonian neoclassical architect J. W. Krause. J. W. Krause designed, among other things, the main building of the University of Tartu, and our orangery project is inspired by the plan drawn up for the University of Tartu Botanical Garden in 1805. The original structure has not been preserved. Despite the popularity of this form both in Europe and Estonia, no similar building has survived here.
The Park of Käesalu Manor
The manor park offers opportunities for romantic strolls and picnics in the midst of nature. Within the park, you'll discover a natural flower meadow, the local 'Belvedere,' secret walking paths, and energizing stopping points. Take the time to appreciate the local nature, birdsong, and the simple joy of being. We dream that soon there will be even more beautiful pavilions and hideaways in the park, but today, the existing flora and fauna may already inspire you to reach for a brush, pencil, or camera!
Park visitation rules and hazards can be found at this link
The main manor house, stable, and barn patiently await restoration. Their old walls speak of past glory, anticipating a new life and future
Read about the history, owners, and more of Käesalu Manor at this link
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