Pakri Islands, Two islands in Gulf of Finland, Estonia.
The Pakri archipelago consists of Suur-Pakri and Väike-Pakri islands, featuring limestone cliffs that rise 17 meters above the Baltic Sea waters.
Estonian Swedes inhabited these islands until World War II, when the entire population evacuated due to Soviet military occupation lasting until 1994.
The islands' Swedish name, Rågöarna, refers to rye cultivation, reflecting the agricultural traditions of former inhabitants across five historical villages.
Visitors can access the islands from May to October through guided tours departing from Kurkse village, with advance reservations required for groups.
Despite its name meaning 'Small Pakri,' Väike-Pakri island covers more surface area than its counterpart Suur-Pakri, which translates to 'Big Pakri'.
Elevation above the sea: 17 m
GPS coordinates: 59.33333,23.95000
Latest update: March 5, 2025 17:29
Estonia features limestone formations, medieval ruins, waterfalls, and protected natural areas. Notable sites include the 36-meter Kõpu Lighthouse from 1531, the submerged Rummu Quarry, and multiple manor houses from the 19th century. Natural attractions include the Kaali meteorite craters, red sandstone formations at Taevaskoda, and various wetland ecosystems. Historic structures range from Orthodox cathedrals to water mills and maritime museums.
Monument to Salawat Yulayev, Paldiski
6.5 km
Leetse manor
10.8 km
Pakri Lighthouse
7.8 km
Harju-Risti Church
11.8 km
Harju-Madise Church
10.9 km
Pakri Cliff
7.6 km
Vihterpalu manor
9 km
Paldiski Fortress
6.1 km
Paldiski Cliff
6.3 km
Väike-Pakri Cliff
3.3 km
St George Church, Paldiski
6.2 km
St. Nicholas' Church, Paldiski
6.1 km
Suur-Pakri Cliff
3.5 km
Pakri old lighthouse
7.7 km
Uuga Cliff
6.3 km
Leetse Cliff
12 km
Väike-Pakri Church
3.2 km
Saint Pantaleon Church in Paldiski
6.2 km
Leetse Lodukivi
10.5 km
Suur-Pakri light beacon
5.2 km
Harju-Madise Cliff
10.9 km
Paldiski town cemetery
6.7 km
Vihterpalu mõisa park
9 km
Risti light beacon
14.1 km
Paldiski II maailmasõja matmispaik
6.6 km
Vihterpalu manor house
9 km
Amandus Adamson's house
6.6 km
Station building of Paldiski train station
6.4 kmReviews
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