St. Mary's Chapel of Naissaar

Just 12 km from Tallinn, on the island of Naissaar, awaits a quiet sanctuary – St. Mary's Chapel of Naissaar. The wooden church, consecrated in 1938, is an important example of Estonian church architecture of the first half of the 20th century. The chapel's architecture is simple yet thoughtful: the rectangular, gable-roofed church building and the smaller, square tower section form a whole whose value lies in a good sense of proportion and the traditional use of materials.

The chapel also has a special connection with the Swedish royal family. In 2018, Swedish Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel participated in the chapel's reconsecration, and the chapel's windows were restored with a donation from the Swedish king. A short walk away by the sea is the well-maintained Naissaar cemetery, offering westward views.

Once a month and during church calendar holidays, services are still held in the chapel. The chapel doors are closed at other times, but local guides are happy to introduce the chapel.