Hiiumaa, Second largest island in West Estonian archipelago, Estonia
Hiiumaa is a large island featuring dense forests, limestone cliffs rising from the water, and long sandy beaches along its shores. Four lighthouses dot the coastline, while scattered villages and farmland occupy the interior landscape.
The island rose from the Baltic Sea around 8,500 years ago, with humans arriving and settling during the earliest periods of the region. Early communities on Kõpu Peninsula demonstrate how long people have inhabited these lands.
Fishing and craftsmanship remain woven into daily island life, with locals still practicing methods passed down through families. You can see this heritage come alive during local gatherings and in workshops where traditional skills continue.
Ferries run regularly from the mainland port of Rohuküla to Heltermaa, making it easy to reach by sea. A year-round airport at Kärdla also connects to Tallinn, giving you flexible travel choices.
An ancient meteorite impact crater lies beneath the island's surface, shaping its hidden geology in ways most visitors never notice. The crater area is now home to Northern Europe's largest lavender farm.
Location: Wiek County
Location: Hiiumaa Rural Municipality
Capital city: Kärdla
Part of: West Estonian archipelago
GPS coordinates: 58.88417,22.64444
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:00
Estonia offers far more than just the capital city. Throughout the country are sandstone caves, medieval castles, and national parks that show how diverse the Baltic landscape can be. Small islands, bogs, and waterfalls tell stories of a culture deeply connected to nature. Those who travel away from main routes discover villages with old traditions, fortress ruins, and nature reserves where birds and plants thrive. From south to north, there is much to explore. The Piusa Caves invite visitors into underground passages, while Soomaa attracts people with its bogs and rivers. In the east, Narva Castle stands as a monument from another era. Islands like Hiiumaa and Muhu have their own rhythm, with lighthouses, ancient churches, and villages where crafts and customs remain alive. National parks such as Lahemaa and Matsalu protect areas with forests, lakes, and rich bird life. Waterfalls like Jägala, cliffs like Paldiski, and unusual places like Tuhala Witch's Well show the power of nature. Throughout the country are museums, old manor houses, and small churches that preserve cultural heritage.
Kõpu Lighthouse
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Suuremõisa Manor
17.3 km
Pühalepa Church
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Ristna Lighthouse
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Tahkuna Lighthouse
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Käina Church
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Reigi Church
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Hüti klaasikoda
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Suursadam
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Emmaste Church
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Puski orthodox church
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Kassari chapel
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Port of Sõru
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Tahkuna Coastal Battery No. 26
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Putkaste Manor
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Pihla-Kaibaldi Nature Reserve
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Aino Kallas summer house
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Tahkuna Nature Reserve
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Kivi-Jüri
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Kärdla Church
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Kuri orthodox church
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Kuriste Church
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Paluküla Church
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Ülendi ohvripärn
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Kõpu church-schoolhouse
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Põrgukivi
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Vahtrepa Cliff
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Malvaste chapel
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