The monument to Peter the Great was originally created by sculptor Leopold Bernstam and was dismantled by Finnish authorities in 1918 before being returned to its plinth in 2010.
The base of the square features original granite bedrock from the Petrovskaya Hill, which has been carved into stepped viewing terraces.
The square is situated on the site of the former Petrovsky fortification, part of the 18th-century defensive system of the city.
From this location, visitors have a direct unobstructed line of sight to the Vyborg Castle tower, the oldest remaining structure in the city.
The granite pedestal of the monument is designed to resemble the natural rocky terrain of the Vyborg region.
Peter's Square in Vyborg is a prominent public space situated at the base of Petrovskaya Hill, historically known as the location where Peter the Great observed the 1710 siege of Vyborg. The square serves as a memorial site anchored by the bronze statue of Peter the Great, erected in 1910 and later restored in 2010. Its architectural layout incorporates the natural rock formations of the hill, creating a terrace-like setting overlooking the Vyborg Bay and the town harbor. The area serves as a primary vantage point for observing the Vyborg Castle across the water. It represents a significant intersection of Swedish-era geography and Russian imperial commemorative history.
From the edge of the terrace facing the Vyborg Castle, capturing the statue in the foreground with the castle in the background.
Visit during the evening to see the Vyborg Castle illuminated across the bay.
Bring comfortable walking shoes to navigate the stone staircases leading up toward the Petrovskaya Hill monument.
Plan your visit to coincide with a clear day to take advantage of the panoramic views of the Gulf of Finland.
Do not attempt to climb the monument base as the granite is steep and can be slippery.
