The power of the flowing waters of the river Võhandu has been harnessed in Leevaku since 1835, when the first mill was constructed here. In the early 20th century, there was a flour and timber mill here, as well as a wool factory. Clay pottery was also made …
Leevaku Chimney
Leevaku Chimney, which is joked about as being the world’s tallest sauna chimney (at 50 metres), was completed in 1923 for the local brick factory. However, the factory soon went bankrupt, as the raw ingredients being sourced locally were of insufficient quality …
Saint Michael’s Church
The first church in Räpina is thought to have been built in 1625–1636. The present church was completed in 1785 and was consecrated to the archangel Michael. Sculptures symbolising Hope and Love decorate the façade of the late baroque church …
Sillapää Manor Park
The manor house is surrounded by a park rich in species, which gives joy and pride to the town people and the Räpina Gardening School. It has than 600 taxons woody plants and lots of birds to delight everyone …
The Tree Garden Warrior
The historic Puuaiasõja Memorial, the puuaia warrior (author Riho Kuld 1984) called Ironman by the people, stands in the green area in front of the former main entrance of the Paper Factory. In 1784, introduction of the poll tax led to a peasant revolt in Räpina where armed peasants battled with soldiers …
Räpina Paper Factory
The red brick main building of the Räpina Paper Factory brings to mind the paper makers of the past with their almost 300 years of experience shaping the admirable history of the modern enterprise …
Räpina Competence Centre for Creative Industries
The Räpina Competence Centre for Creative Industries is located in the stable-carriage house, with an arcade, which is a part of the historical Räpina manor house complex. The Competence Centre for Creative Industries offers opportunities for creative activities in the art, photography …
Sillapää Castle
The pearl and the main tourist sight of the Räpina municipality is the majestic Sillapää castle. The late classicist main building of the manor, or the castle of Sillapää, was established in 1836–1847, when the manor belonged to R. E. von Richter …