Holidays in Estonia

Estonia is a great place for a good variety of recreation. There are many resorts in the country where active, family, recreational and recreational activities are offered. Almost every county is a resort town, so the choice of a holiday destination can even depend on which part of the country you want to get acquainted with.

When is it better to have a rest in Estonia?

Estonia is a northern maritime state, therefore the climate here is different from other European states. Because of what it's better to plan your holiday in Estonia in the summer. The warmest month is July, the average temperature is 21ºC. The air is cooler than other seaside resorts, because of the influence of the sea. But due to dense vegetation, some areas have a very pleasant climate. For example, the resort of Pärnu , as travelers note, has much in common with Karlovy Vary.

Speaking of the winter holiday season, the winter in Estonia is quite mild without sharp weather changes. The lowest temperature in December is -8ºC. Therefore, in the New Year's Eve in the country there are always a lot of tourists.

Activities in Estonia

Beautiful nature, the Baltic Sea and two gulfs create excellent conditions for active tourism. In the country there are several resorts that offer an interesting and full of bright holiday experiences:

1. Otepya . The city is completely surrounded by forests and lakes, so in summer it is perfectly suitable for hiking. In addition, Otepää tourist centers offer horseback riding along the "green" routes. Thanks to numerous water bodies, water sports are perfectly developed. In the city there is an adventure park with a climbing wall and a lot of entertainment for children and adults. Otepää is also known as a ski resort. A variety of hills and mild winters provide excellent skiing and snowboarding.
2. Harjumaa . The city in the north offers many entertainments. On its territory are three amusement parks: "Nõmme" , "Vembu-Tembumaa" and in Padise . They offer active games, cable cars, golf courses, outdoor pools and much more. In Nyoma is the castle von Glen , designed for a Swiss medieval fortress. He gives the opportunity to feel like a real knight. Also in Harju County there are diving centers and a stable. Some tourist centers, offer fishermen to participate in catching large trout.
3. Tartumaa . It is located on the shores of the Pskov-Chudskoye Lake , so the resort town offers water entertainment, first of all it's about going down a canoe. In addition, Tartu County offers a unique water entertainment - it is a holiday in a house on a raft on a large Emajõgi swamp . Spending time away from civilization in a house on the water is a challenge for every person. On the raft there is a place for a picnic, and the dwelling itself is designed for 8 people.
4. Pärnu . In the city there are several hippodromes and tourist centers that organize canoeing. Through Pärnu there is a meandering river Pärnu , thanks to which there are always many experienced canoes. Also tourists can hone their skills in horse riding.
5. Valgamaa . This resort town is associated exclusively with active rest. There are ski slopes and an adventure park. There is also an interesting entertainment - electric sleigh rides.
6. Saaremaa . The county is located on the island, so here as nowhere you can enjoy kayaking. In addition, tourists are offered horse walks.
7. Ida-Virumaa . This resort offers an active winter holiday. Guests can use the services of one of two winter centers: Kohta-Nomme or Kovili .
8. Läänemaa . It is located in the west of Estonia and is washed by the Baltic Sea. It is in this district that you can try a rare water entertainment - sailing karting. Racing on cards with sails on the beach is not only interesting, but also spectacular.

Beach holidays in Estonia

The Finnish and Riga Gulfs provide a sufficiently long wide coastline, therefore in Estonia there are several resorts that offer a beach island:

1. Pärnu . It is located on the seashore. In the first resort was opened in 1838, it was then that the first boarding house was built. Today Pärnu is one of the most famous sea resorts in Estonia. Well-developed infrastructure and a good beach provide a complete and comfortable stay.
2. Narva-Jõesuu . Well-known health resort in Estonia. At the end of the XIX century, there was built a hydropathic institution, which attracted many visitors. Narva-Jõesuu has offered its visitors quite interesting entertainment - cabins for swimming in the sea. They were cabs on wheels with walls of dense fabric. Thus, the rest could be in the sea, but completely in an intimate atmosphere. Today in Narva-Jõesuu there are many modern hotels.
3. Haapsalu . The beaches of this county are known among all the inhabitants of the Baltic States. Here, clean shore and the seabed, so the rest gives a lot of fun. Haapsalu has curative mud and health centers, so it is associated with a spa holiday in Estonia.
4. Saaremaa . It is an island on which there are several beaches. Also, tourists are attracted by the green area next to them. At the same time the beaches are located so that the water quickly warms up, so in this beautiful corner of nature there are always many vacationers with children.

Cultural rest in Estonia

Estonia is a country full of cultural values. Therefore, it is perfect for combining a pleasant holiday with interesting excursions. If you want to know as much as possible about the country during your holiday, then we recommend visiting one of the cities with the greatest number of historical sights:

1. Tartu . This is one of the oldest cities in Estonia. It is divided into Lower and Upper. The symbol of the city is the Town Hall Square , where the monument to "kissing students" is located . Tartu is one of the oldest universities in Europe. It is interesting that in the main building there is a punishment cell used to punish disobedient students. These and other interesting facts can be learned during the city tour.
2. Tallinn . The capital is always glad to tourists and offers entertainment for every taste, but there is a museum that is created for the smallest tourists - it's "Miia-Milla-Manda" . This is a children's museum, which is designed for visitors from 3 to 11. It should definitely be included in the program of recreation in Estonia with children. Small tourists are invited to try themselves in the role of an interesting adult professions, for example, a restaurant owner or a writer. Not only children remain satisfied, but also adults who are watching this.
3. Haapsalu . The city is known as a beautiful place in Estonia for a holiday at sea. At the same time it is the oldest seaside resort. Going to the resort for the warm sea of ​​a clean sandy beach, be sure to visit the Communication Museum , the Osaka Museum and the Epp Maria Gallery . It is also no less interesting to visit the Old City Tour, walk along narrow streets and feel the atmosphere of the Middle Ages.