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Saaremaa is Estonia’s largest island and it’s capital is Kuressaare which in the past owned different names such as Arensburg and Kingisepa, due to different rulers here, such as Germans, Danes, Swedes, Russians and Estonians itself. The island takes attention for it’s large quantity of junipers, nice cliffs in the coastline, coastline itself, different ruins and windmills.
Interesting fact that Estonia owes approximately 1500 islands!

Panga cliffs

Moving to the island, firstly you come to the Muhu island which is very small comparing to the Saaremaa. But the two islands are joined together by dam who can be easily crossed and besides it you can have beautiful views to the bay which is real paradise for birds. Many of them cross Estonia during their migration in spring and autumn.
The island could be easily seen going around it by car or bicycle, as it’s not very large.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Very quite place on earth
Cons:You may need more time to see everything

Last visit to Saaremaa: Sep 2006
Intro Updated Dec 17, 2006
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Reviews (4)

Kaali meteorite craters Things to Do (3)

Here are formed the group of different size meteorite craters and the biggest one which diameter is 110 meters wide, but... more travel advice

By ferry Transportation (1)

You can come to the island by ferry which comes from Virtsu in mainland. Better to book the tickets before, because... more travel advice

Kuressaare bishop’s castle Things to Do (3)

The center of the city was formed already at the end of 17th century. But the quadrangular fortress was built already in... more travel advice

Muhu island and Saint Catherine’s church Things to Do (3)

The first inhabitants went to the island more than 4500 years ago. Later in that time here was war between local... more travel advice

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lotharlerch Feb 17, 2007 at 12:53 PM

NICE START. I like Saaremaa, too, but unfortunately it is the second most touristy part of Estonia after Tallinn.