West Estonia and Islands

The West of Estonia and the islands are well-known for its Baltic Sea resorts. Administratively, it is defined by the territory of the four counties: Pärnumaa, Lääne County, Hiiumaa and Saaremaa.

Cities, towns and villages

GPS: width=300 - Muhu Katariina kirik Liiva külas - Muhu Katariina Church

• Pärnu GPS 58.3833,24.5 – Estonia's 4th largest city and the summer capital of Estonia, popular for its balneo-therapy complexes and spa centres, surrounded by numerous beaches.
• Haapsalu GPS 58.9394,23.5408 – "Venice of the north", and a major seaside resort and medium-sized port city, good for visiting spas, taking mud baths, sailing and swimming. But also interesting monuments of the middle ages, like the cathedral and the Ruins of Haapsalu Castle, and a famous and picturesque Railway Museum can be seen here.
• Kuressaare GPS 58.25,22.483333 – The capital of the island of Saaremaa and the only town on the island, and home of the Kuressaare castle. It also has many spas, water parks and one beach.
• Kärdla GPS 58.997093,22.746780 – Major and only town on Hiiumaa and potential starting point for trips around the island.
• Kabli GPS 57.99986,24.43898 – A quiet seaside village on the Gulf of Riga with bird-ringing centre and rural beaches.
• Noarootsi GPS 59,23.516667 – A bilingual municipality: Estonian and Swedish. Step into Swedish and Soviet history.
• Valgeranna GPS 58.3833,24.3833 – Village with large beaches and an amusement park.
• Nõva GPS 59.2225,23.681669 – A beautiful village with untouched pine forests and clean beach, between Haapsalu and Paldiski.

Islands of West Estonia and Islands

• Saaremaa GPS 58.416667,22.5 – The largest Estonian and wild seaside character island with castles and fortresses, one perfectly preserved, a beach, a spa and famous mills. Saaremaa is even sometimes called Sparemaa. Furthermore and the island itself is surrounded by a myriad of tiny islands including Abruka with its nudist camps.
• Hiiumaa GPS 58.866667,22.583333 – The second largest Estonian island. Popular for its lighthouses, ancient churches, historical values and the sense of humour of its inhabitants, but scarcely populated. In winter, it can sometimes be reached by vehicle via an ice bridge on the Baltic Sea.
• Kihnu GPS 58.1166,23.9666 – The southernmost group of islands, Khinu, is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Cosy and warm yet exotic – folk costumes are worn here every day and the handicraft of older generations remains highly valued.
• Muhu GPS 58.6000,23.2500 – The third largest Estonian island, and a rural municipality connected to the nearby Saaremaa by an artificial embankment, where ferries to the harbour of Virtsu arrive. Has an open air museum, and its local residents are known for still sewing woollen clothes. Sleepy fishing villages, working windmills, thatched cottages, plenty of deer, moose and birds.
• Ruhnu GPS 57.8000,23.2500 – The communal territory corresponds to that of the homonymous island, formerly known as Runö.
• Vormsi GPS 59.0000,23.2167 – The fourth largest Estonian island, very close to the mainland. Vormsi is a small island covered with forests and a Swedish community. A unique blend of Soviet and Swedish history mixed with unspoilt nature.

National parks

• Matsalu National Park GPS 58.76,23.596944 – One of the largest and most important autumn stopping grounds for migratory birds in Europe. Excellent for birdwatchers, due it is rich ornithological species.
• Vilsandi National Park GPS 58.378611,21.877222 (Vilsandi rahvuspark) – Rich in marine fauna, and international bird sanctuary with over 250 recorded bird species, on the west coast of Saaremaa.

  West Estonia and Islands Halal Travel Guide

Uuejõe rändav jõesuu - Sand beaches in Noarootsi where Uuejõe river meets the Baltic Sea

Western Estonia is known for its seaside resorts Pärnu (Estonia's summer capital) and Haapsalu, and its numerous and partly large islands – Saaremaa and Hiiumaa are the largest ones. Other notable islands are Kihnu and Muhu, known for their rich cultural legacy and national parks.

Travel as a Muslim to West Estonia and Islands

See Estonia#Get around on how to get the latest bus and train schedules.

By road

The parts on Estonia's mainland can easily be reached by road. Buses from all over the nation can be taken, even directly onto the two biggest islands.

Muslim Friendly Rail Holidays in West Estonia and Islands

There is also a train between Pärnu and Tallinn.

By ferry

The ferry needs to be used for all islands, except for Hiiumaa in winter, which can be visited by an "ice bridge" then.

Various ferries depart from Haapsalu, Pärnu or Virtsu, see #By ferry 2|below.

Buy a Flight ticket to and from West Estonia and Islands

There are regular flights between Tallinn and Kärdla, on Hiiumaa, operated by Avies six days a week (no flights on Saturdays) and all the year round.

Get Around

Travel on a Bus in West Estonia and Islands

Inside the large cities there is a good urban bus service. Between them there are bus connections, even though in this part of Estonia connections are sparse and infrequent, especially on islands like Hiiumaa, between the islands, and even between Haapsalu and Pärnu. Hence, you will probably have to stick to one set of destinations and potentially go back to Tallinn, Pärnu or Tartu from there. But check the Estonia#Get around|schedules to be sure.

Buy a Flight ticket to and from West Estonia and Islands

From Pärnu flights depart to various islands.

By ferry

Saaremaa.IMG 4291 - Saaremaa Ferry

Most of the important islands can be visited by ferry. The two main ferries are from the mainland to Saaremaa and to Hiiumaa. Both work all year round and fairly regularly, although the first one is often, because it is shorter, just 25 min for Saaremaa compared to 1 h 15 min for Hiiumaa. Either way, a modern and comfortable ferry awaits you, with the cars on the ground floor, and on the second floor, a salon with sofas, comfortable chairs and a large dining-cafeteria with an impressive selection of food and fruit drinks, as well as a shop selling souvenirs, basic food and alcohol (at restaurant prices). Above all an open deck. Prices for food are average, from €6 for hot dishes. The ferries are equipped with free WiFi.

A ferry ride costs €8.40 or €10 for the vehicle and another €3 or €3.40, for Hiiumaa or Saaremaa respectively, for each adult – discounted at half price, both people (senior, student, etc.) and cars (residents). On journeys from the mainland to the island on Fridays from 13:00 and on journeys from the island to the mainland on Sundays from 13:00 vehicle ticket price is 50 % higher, except for residents.

It is better to buy a ticket in advance via the Internet. This way you will avoid additional port dues and be able to get to the right ferry. Otherwise in the summer on weekends and the queue can be long. When buying a ticket through the Internet, you need to specify the licence number of the vehicle and the number of passengers. Even though the latter is not that critical, because one can always board as pedestrian. Then all this information, as well as the departure time can be changed, if necessary. However, if you reduce the number of passengers and the money will not be returned. An unused ticket is valid for two days on any ferry, but using the regular queue.

If you have a ticket, drive to the automatic gate (not kassa) and simply scan the printout of the ticket. Another way is the so-called mobile check-in, where you call from your number to the number indicated on the gate, and it will open automatically.

The ferry from Saaremaa to Hiiumaa is similar to the previous ones, only smaller in size and less regular (2-3 times a day). Here, everything is simple: no cash registers, no mobile identification, and no WiFi. You can still buy the ticket in advance via the Internet – be sure to print it. Or buy it at the café.

Ferries to smaller islands often carry only passengers, and if they take on board cars and then in very limited fashion. For details, see the relevant websites.

Tickets and timetables:

• Saaremaa, Hiiumaa – Web:
• Ruhnu, Vormsi, Kihnu – Web:

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to West Estonia and Islands

West Estonia and Islands - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to West Estonia and Islands, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for West Estonia and Islands. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in West Estonia and Islands and its surrounding regions.

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Halal-Friendly Accommodations inWest Estonia and Islands: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in West Estonia and Islands.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

In the following a list of various accommodation options in the region worth mentioning and outside of the above covered cities, towns, and islands:

• Rehe Turismitalu - @

Läänemaa Risti vald Kuijõe, Kuijõe GPS: 59.096301, 24.000151 ☎ +372 54523055, +372 56678949 - From €15 - Nice accommodation in the nature, including sauna. They also should have single options.

• Antsu talu - Põlde, Lao küla, Tõstamaa vald, Pärnumaa GPS: 58.244279, 24.11911 ☎ +372 56966570 - Twin from €15 - Beautiful place and friendly host.
• Laine Homestay - Varbla maantee 8, Tõstamaa GPS: 58.335184, 23.993002 ☎ +372 53649615 - Twin from €18 - Off the beaten track nearby the picturesque Tõstamaa Manor (Tõstamaa mõis).
• Sarnakõrtsi Guesthouse - GPS: 58.316121, 24.279296 ☎ +372 5183878 - From €10 - Friendly old couple.

Explore more Halal friendly Destinations from West Estonia and Islands

• North Estonia – Famous for the financial centre of the nation, Tallinn, and the Lahemaa National Park.
• South Estonia – Famous for the intellectual hub, ancient city and university town Tartu, and many picturesque town like Viljandi.

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