St. Elizabeth's Church
Pärnu Eliisabeti kirik
An 18th-century Baroque Lutheran church named after Empress Elizabeth, known for its outstanding organ.
St. Elizabeth's Church was built in 1747, funded by Russian Empress Elizabeth, and named after her. It is a rare Baroque church in Estonia, with a green spire about 60 metres tall. The interior is simple and bright, and it houses a large organ dating from 1929, so organ and chamber music concerts are often held here in summer. The church stands in the centre of the Old Town, one minute on foot from Rüütli Street. It is generally open to visitors during the day in summer. Entry is free, though donations are welcome.
Opening hours
Summer about 10:00–18:00; shorter in other seasons
Nearby sights
- Pärnu Town Hall
- Rüütli Street
- St. Catherine's Church
- Red Tower
- Pärnu Museum
- Koidula Park
- Tallinn Gate
- Museum of New Art