Short Leg Gate Tower

Short Leg Gate Tower is a medieval gate tower located along the city walls of Tallinn Old Town, Estonia. The tower once controlled access between the lower town and Toompea Hill and remains an important part of the city’s historic fortifications. Visiting the Short Leg Gate Tower allows travelers to understand how movement was regulated within the medieval city. The surrounding streets and walls offer a strong sense of Tallinn’s layered history. For travelers, the Short Leg Gate Tower provides a meaningful stop that connects the upper and lower parts of Tallinn Old Town.