Lahemaa National Park

One of the most popular national parks in Estonia is Lahemaa. It is a perfect day excursion because it is only an hour's drive from the capital. The park's Viru Raba, or Viru Bog, is a must-see attraction. With forests covering more than 70 percent of Lahemaa, the area is rich in flora and fauna. The landscape has many raised bogs, including the 7,000-year-old Laukasoo Reserve. The park, marked by several trails, teems with wildlife, including a population of boar, red deer, wolves, bears, and lynx. The coast is covered with rocks and boulders, used each year by cranes as a stopover on their way to the Bosphorus and Egypt.

Furthermore, trees protrude from the marshy ground, and the scene has an ethereal air to it. There is a 5-kilometer (3-mile) boardwalk that keeps you out of the water but near enough to view the beauty, making it simple to explore Viru Bog. Sagadi Village, located in the heart of the park, is a fascinating site where you may see Sagadi Manor and learn more about the region's culture and history.

• Best time to visit: November to April