Immerse yourself in the nature of Läänemaa
VisitEstonia has produced a brochure introducing Estonia’s national parks:
Haapsalu Stadium tennis courts
Bike rental in the shop Rattad Vabaaeg
You can rent children’s bikes, mountain bikes, city bikes and trekking bikes from the Rattad Vabaaeg shop. Additionally, we also have safety equipment and helmets. The youngest members of the family can also enjoy a bike ride – we have children’s bike seats for them. If your bike breaks down, we can fix it for you! We also offer accommodation in a room and on the camping side and you can come here with a camper van. We rent bikes for groups.
With more than 20 years of experience in bike rental, we can find the right rental bike for you.
Swimming at Vasikaholm Beach
Vasikaholm Beach is Haapsalu’s second official bathing beach after Paralepa. There are changing cabins on the beach, as well as a toilet with clean water. In the summer, there is also an ice cream cafe. Water quality and cleanliness is inspected twice a month. The official bathing season lasts from 1 June to 31 August.
Good to know: Pay attention to the colour of the flags on the beach:
* green means swimming is safe and the water is warmer than 18 ºC;
* yellow means the conditions are dangerous for children and the elderly;
* red means conditions are dangerous to all, water temperature below 16 ºC.
Liivaseranna-Peraküla study trail
The study trail runs through different types of landscapes and key biotypes. You will pass lakes Toatse and Allikajärv, you can enjoy the nature of the forest, the singing sands, the variety of landscapes. In Liivaseranna and Keibu Bay you will find a dozen kilometres of sheer sandy beach.
The trail will give you an overview of the local cultural heritage of Nõva, you will see a cobble street and radio station dating back to World War I. Good to know: The trail is dry and its length is 3,7 kilometres. It is supplied with information boards.
A hike on elven trails in the virgin nature of Tõldmäe
A hike on elven trails takes you to the magical Tõldmäe bog island covered in virgin forest and offering breathtaking views on Leidissoo. This is a place where time stands still and the unearthly prevails. The place is rich in trees and rocks in various shapes and sizes. We will talk about nature, local legends, Estonian pre-history, mythology and traditions. If you wish, you can have a smoke sauna after the hike. Leave the civilization behind, become a part of primeval nature and have an adventure in a mystical elven forest! You will always be welcome here!
The hike is about 8 km long and lasts for about 5–8 hours; the price includes the fee of a tour guide and transportation from Tallinn.