What to do in Kuressaare, Saaremaa?

It is pleasant to walk and bike in Kuressaare as the town has become especially beautiful in the recent years, especially the beach promenade which is great for romantic walks. In the summer there are open-air cultural events nearly every day, plays in the Kuressaare town theatre and concerts in the local culture centre – all ideal after relaxing in the spa.

A new golf course opend in summer. On a plot used upon a rental contract an 18-hole champion-type course will be built. Lassi Pekka Tilander, a Finnish golf architect and former acknowledged golf player, has prepared and designed the Master Plan of the golf course. This is the first town-located golf course in Estonia. Read more

Fishing is a relaxing activity – spending time in wild nature helps to gain strenght and restore health. When you come here to catch fish, it is useful to know the regulation established for recreational fishing. For specific information, please visit the website of the Ministry of the Environment  For more information about fishing facilities 

Saaremaa offers also horse riding holiday. Here you can ride beautiful trails in the quietness of the nature and near the sea. It is possible to combine a relaxing holiday with horse riding action.More information about riding.

Visitors can get to know Saaremaa´s richness travelling by bike. It is possible to choose routs that are organised starting from helmets up to meals and accommodation. But you can also ride your bike alone and be your own master. For more about cycling tours in Saaremaa 

Fascinating canoe tours help you to forget about every day’s difficulties and discharge stress. There is a possibility to try out combating games and sniper skills. After canoe tour or paintball, everybody can relax in a float sauna. Read more

Those interested in sports can enjoy the modern sports hall that was recently finished. In Kuressaare  there are many new sports facilities which help to promote a healthy lifestyle and which cover sports from football to tennis and kite surfing.

The nature on Saaremaa Island is truly distinctive with its variety and abundance of species. For most people the name Saaremaa is associated with the sea and with junipers. However, there is much more to see and the short boat trip to Saarema from the Estonian mainland is truly worthwhile for any friend of nature. In order to make sure that you see all of the natural riches in their full splendour, several nature trails have been created and guides are available to accompany you on the way. For more information about nature trails of Saaremaa

Besides the immaculate nature of Saaremaa, manors are some of the most spectacular sights to see, in order to enjoy your vacation to the fullest. More information about manors on the islands of Muhu and Saaremaa

Laasu Farm in Muhu is breeding ostriches. Here you can see 3 species of birds not able to fly: ostrich, emu and nandu. You can feed the world’s biggest bird and stay even on their eggs. Here you can also see, unique chance in Estonia, the red kangaroo. If booked, there is a possibility to organise picnics and play special egg games in the arbour.  For more information click here.

Angla’s Swinging Hill offers different swinging possibilities. There are swings like a boat, coffee table, balance, hanging, over shaft, hammock, carousel, village, or bench. You can make a picnic or camp on the Swinging Hill. For more information click here 

Kuressaare City Park offers different entertainment possibilities. In the middle of the park there is the Kuressaare Bishop Fortress, now Museum of Saaremaa. In the court of the Fortress there are bowing facilities, to have a look at historical handicraft galleries. Water wheels/bicycles and rowing boats are available in the moat of the fortress and in the Kuressaare Yacht Port.

Kuressaare Health Park is located in a 36-hectare forest grove. The two-kilometre and the 1.5-kilometre health trail can be used free of charge. In summer running and hiking trails can be used, in winter the skating-rink and lighted ski slopes. Read more