Experience the Island Life

When it comes to reasons to visit Estonia, can't help but mention island life. Life on the islands moves at a slower pace. Estonian islands are known for their rustic charm, and the islands are a great place to learn about how Estonians lived before the modern era. The wild nature of the islands is mostly untouched, with traces of the past medieval heyday and battles hidden here and there.

The majority of Estonia's islands are small and uninhabited, ideal for birdwatching, canoeing, sailing, or fishing. Some islands may have a calm enough environment to be wild enough for a true nature getaway. Estonia also has some of the largest islands in the world, which are rich in cultural and natural history.

Saaremaa, Estonia's largest island, is also the third-largest island in the Baltic Sea. Because of its uniqueness and remote location, Saaremaa holds a special place in every Estonian's heart, with villages surrounded by stone fences and houses with thatched roofs. Aside from the many popular products produced in Saaremaa, such as spring water, beer, rye bread, and cheese, Saaremaa also represents the authentic Estonian spirit, which is free and perhaps even stubborn. Saaremaa's symbols are dolomite, windmills, and the famous local home-brewed beer.