Hiiumaa Recreation Area
We draw your attention and invite you to be careful! On the Kõpu peninsula, above all on the northern coast of Hiiumaa, pollution of a gray sticky substance has been found, which can stain clothes and shoes.The island of Hiiumaa is one of the most scenic and safe areas in Estonia. Compared to mainland, it offers the visitors peace and quiet. As it is surrounded by the sea, the climate on the island is a little different than elsewhere in Estonia—there is more sunshine and less rain; spring blooms arrive a few weeks later and autumn lasts longer here.
RMK Hiiumaa Recreation Area can be explored in a matter of days. The longest linear distance on the island is 60 km from Sarve to Kõpu. With the short distances and beautiful landscapes, the four parts of the recreation area can be best explored by hiking or cycling. Visitors are welcome to enjoy woodlands of high conservation value with many rare plant species. The flora here is a valuable object of research in the fields of biology, forestry, geology and cultural history.
| Location | Hiiu County |
| Attractions | The most densely forested area in Estonia |
| Activities | Hiking and cycling, beach holiday, picking wild berries and mushrooms, camping, picnicking, guided nature tours |
| Information | RMK
Ristna Visitor Centre |
| Phone | +327 676 7499, +327 523 8697 |
| E-mail | info.ristna@rmk.ee |
| Contact us | Kalana village, Hiiumaa municipality, 92212 Hiiu County |
| Visitor Management | State Forest Management Centre (RMK) |
| Protected Area Manager | Environmental Board of Estonia +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee |
| Additional information | In Estonian nature, old explosive devices left from the war, still can be found. If you have found an object resembling an explosive device, leave it untouched, mark the location and immediately report the discovery to the emergency number 112. More information on the website of the Estonian Rescue Board. |
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