Valjala Stronghold
The Valjala Stronghold (Latin: Castrum Waldia, Estonian: Valjala Maalinn) was a major ringfort on the island of Saaremaa in Estonia. Established in the 12th century, at the time it was the most important Oeselian stronghold. Its surrender in 1227 finalized the crusader conquest of Estonia.
Remnants of Valjala Stronghold | |
Location of the site in Estonia | |
| Location | Saare County, Estonia |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 58°23′59″N 22°47′41″E |
| Type | Ringfort |
| History | |
| Founded | 12th century |
| Abandoned | c. 13th century |
| Site notes | |
| Condition | Ruins |
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