Paralepa Beach, Coastal bathing site in Haapsalu, Estonia
Paralepa Beach is a bathing site on the western shore of Haapsalu in Estonia with sandy shores and notably warm water for the region. The water temperature here exceeds that of most other Estonian coastal areas, making swimming more comfortable.
The beach emerged during the 19th-century development of Haapsalu as a fashionable seaside resort on the Baltic coast. The area became established as a popular destination for bathing guests from different regions.
The beach serves as a meeting place where locals and visitors gather to swim, relax, and enjoy time together during the summer months. It reflects how people in this region spend their warm-weather days by the sea.
The beach has facilities including a children's playground, volleyball courts, and changing cabanas for visitors to use. Its location near local establishments makes it easy to find refreshments or services.
The water here is unusually warm for Estonia because thermal water from a nearby spa facility flows into the bay. This temperature difference makes the beach particularly appealing even outside the peak summer season.
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