Road trip Estonia – small but not to be underestimated
Tallinn – capital with rich history
The journey through Estonia begins in beautiful Tallinn. It is not for nothing that the Old Town has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Stroll through picturesque alleys, stop at one of the countless restaurants or a café and feel transported back centuries into the past.
Visit the town hall. It was built between 1371 and 1401 and is the oldest surviving Gothic town hall in Northern Europe. Continue on to the old Ratsapotheke. It has been in the family for over ten generations. There has been a pharmacy here since 1422. Perhaps you now feel like doing a little shopping. Especially the mouth-blown glasses are very popular with tourists and locals. When night falls in Tallinn, the city really comes alive. In countless clubs you can party until the early
Pure nature in the national park
Despite this, you should get up early the next day. Just a short drive from Tallinn is Lahemaa National Park. In Estonia’s largest national park, you’ll have the chance to wake up after a night of partying.
Hike extensive trails along the coast and through vast forests. Observe the diverse wildlife. If you take a guide, you may even have the chance to see a lynx or brown bear.
Tartu – Lively Student City
After this nature experience, we can enjoy a bit of city air. Tartu is the next destination. The most important university town in the country with a population of just over 100,000 has a special flair. If the visitor in the old town of Tallinn imagined himself in the Middle Ages, he can enjoy the time of the 18th and 19th century in Tartu. At the same time, the city radiates a tremendous vitality. This is also due to the fact that a fifth of the population are students.
Visit the Estonian National Museum. Here you will get an excellent overview of Estonian history. A special experience is a visit to the Student Carceral. This is where students guilty of misdemeanors were imprisoned.
When evening falls, it’s time to enjoy Tartu’s nightlife. Visit one of the nice restaurants and have a last drink in one of the numerous pubs, where you are sure to quickly strike up a conversation with the locals. Here you are sure to get one or two insider tips for the other stops on your Estonia road trip.
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