Nature holiday - Visit Haapsalu

Immerse yourself in the nature of Läänemaa

In the romantic small town of Haapsalu and small villages, hospitable people await you, surprising you with their sincerity and interest in history and culture. The guests who stayed here are remembered again and again with great respect.

VisitEstonia has produced a brochure introducing Estonia’s national parks:

Paralepa forest tracks

The Paralepa park forest not far from Haapsalu has 3 km and 5 km long tracks. They provide a number of exercise opportunities, from parallel bars and balance beams to chin-ups and obstacle course runs. You can get a map from the reception desk at the nearby Fra Mare Hotel to help you navigate along the tracks. The map marks the running and ski track, which is also marked in situ, and the hotel will also hire out Nordic walking equipment, bicycles and skis.

Ranna tee 1, Haapsalu linn, Haapsalu linn, Lääne maakond

Lagleranna hiking trail

A boardwalk leads you from Altmõisa guesthouse in Lääne County through marshy meadows of juniper bushes and reeds. The hike to the seaside and back takes no more than an hour, if you don’t forget yourself watching the swans glide by and the sun sink below the horizon. The hiking trail showcases the surrounding flora, with information boards describing what you see from the boardwalk.

Lagleranna, Tuuru küla, Haapsalu linn, Lääne maakond

Haeska birdwatching tower

The Haeska birdwatching tower on the north shore of Matsalu Bay is the best one in Europe – the coastal meadows and shallow bay are a popular spot among migratory birds.
Many species have been recorded in the vicinity of the Haeska birdwatching tower and Finnish birdwatchers have also set a European record – 128 different bird species were seen from the tower in one day. The birdwatching tower and recreation area are situated on a private land and therefore staying on this object is allowed from sunrise to sunset.

Tuuliku, Haeska küla, Haapsalu linn, Lääne maakond

Haapsalu Stadium tennis courts

Haapsalu Stadium has two tennis courts with artificial grass surfaces. Court hire includes use of the changing rooms and shower facilities, and for an extra charge you can enjoy the services of the Haapsalu Water Park. You can also hire all of your tennis gear on site. Game times can be booked at the information desk in the Haapsalu Water Park by the hour.

Lihula mnt 10, Haapsalu linn, Haapsalu linn, Lääne maakond

Roosta Beach

The sandy beach near Roosta Holiday Village is one of the best in the northwest of Estonia. There is a car park for 80 cars and boardwalks for people in wheelchairs. There are also cabanas and places for buying snacks and drinks. The adjoining Roosta Holiday Village offers various possibilities for active relaxation – starting with miniature golf and ending with a game of tennis or bowling. Roosta Holiday Village also offers accommodation and catering services.
Good to know: In summer you can learn how to surf, hire a boat or pedalo.

Suplusranna, Elbiku küla / Ölbäck, Lääne-Nigula vald, Lääne maakond

Palivere Tourism and Health Sports Center ski trails

Palivere, located 20 kilometers from Haapsalu, has ski trails of various lengths and difficulty levels, as well as sledding and snowboard slopes! We also offer ski rental on-site!

Groomed ski trails allow you to ski in both freestyle and classic techniques. The 1.5 km ski trail is illuminated until 9 p.m. in the winter.

At the beginning of the trail, there is a parking lot, a pavilion, a campfire site, and an insulated toilet building equipped with hot and cold water. After skiing, both a sauna and catering are available upon reservation.

Come early in the morning, during the day or at night. Enjoy the crisp winter weather — the ski trail awaits!

Spordikeskuse, Allikmaa küla, Lääne-Nigula vald, Lääne maakond