Kihnu

• Lemsi

• Linaküla

• Rootsiküla

• Sääre

Kihnu is located south east from Saaremaa Island and west from the mainland.
For many years, the men of Kihnu have been frequently gone to sea while the women ran the island and became the guardians of the island's cultural heritage which includes handicrafts, dances, games and music. Unlike men, they also wear their national costumes in everyday life. So it's quite normal to see an old woman dressed in traditional clothing driving a motorbike or even a tractor.
UNESCO proclaimed Kihnu's cultural space and traditions as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity on November 7, 2003.

Climate

Because of the surrounding sea the climate on the island is soft and warmer than the Estonian average.

By ferry

Kihnu Island is connected by a frequent ferry service to Munalaid and Pärnu on the mainland. The ferries also carry cars. Bookings can be made via phone or internet.

• Kihnu Museum

  phone: +372 58188094
  It hosts exhibits about the history of the island, the life and times of famous local captain, Kihnu Jõnn, and a collection of paintings by the renowned artist, Jaan Oad. Across the road from the museum you'll find the Kihnu Orthodox church and cemetery.

• Kihnu Lighthouse29m high and located in the southernmost headland in Kihnu.

Try to visit Kihnu during traditional celebrations of popular calendar or church holidays like Christmas, Midsummer's day and St. Catherine's Day, where you can witness genuine old traditions.
It's a good location for walking, fishing and bicycling (bikes can be rented on the island).

• Kurase kauplus

  address: Sääre village
  Grocery store.

• Kihnu pood

  phone: +3725626 2181
  address: Sääre village
  Grocery store. Fresh food from Pärnu arrives on Mondays and Fridays.

• Kallase pood

  phone: +372446 9908
  address: Lemsi village
  Grocery store.

The island doesn't have an all year round open dining place. From September to May, catering on request. There is no ATM on the island, but in most of the stores and catering establishments are able to pay by bank card.

• Kurase kohvik

  address: Sääre village
  Open only during summer.

• Kihnu Küek

  address: Männi Talu, Linaküla Kihnu vald
  Home-restaurant; booking in advance.

• Kurase baar

  address: Sääre village
  Open only during summer.

• Ruudu külaliskorterid

  phone: +372 5144610
  address: Lemsi

• Kuraga kodumajutus

  phone: +372 5291492
  address: Kuraga talu, Rootsi küla
  +Bicycle rent.

• Sadama öömaja

  phone: +372 5137099
  address: Rannametsa talu, Linaküla
  Sauna (€20/h); Bicycle rent; Fishing trip (€85).

• Ranniku majutus

  phone: +372 5071453

• Rock City

  phone: +372 56262181
  Tavern; Sauna;...

• Kihnuranna puhkeküla

  phone: +372 5255172
  address: Sääre küla
  Sauna; Bicycle rent; Fishing trip;

• Tolli Turismitalu

  phone: +372 5277380
  address: Sääre küla

• Kastani majutus

  phone: +372 56500524
  address: Kastani talu, Linaküla küla
  Sauna; Bicycle rent; Free WiFi.

• Pihlaka kodumajutus

  phone: +372 5288258
  address: Pihlaka, Linaküla
  Sauna; Grill; Bicycle rent; Fishing trip; Car tour.

• Nuki kodumajutus

  phone: +372 56985216
  address: Nuki talu, Sääre küla
  Bicycle rent.

• Uibu talu kodumajutus

  phone: +372 5138557

• Niine majutus

  phone: +372 5241754

• Hiie kodumajutus

  phone: +372 56190370

• Saaremaa – The largest Estonian and wild seaside character island with castles and fortresses, one perfectly preserved, a beach, a spa and famous mills. Saaremaa is even sometimes called Sparemaa. Furthermore, the island itself is surrounded by a myriad of tiny islands including Abruka with its nudist camps.
• Hiiumaa – The second largest Estonian island. Popular for its lighthouses, ancient churches, historical values and the sense of humour of its inhabitants, but scarcely populated. In winter, it can sometimes be reached by car via an ice bridge on the Baltic Sea.
• Vormsi – The fourth largest Estonian island, very close to the mainland. Vormsi is a small island covered with forests and a Swedish community. A unique blend of Soviet and Swedish history mixed with unspoilt nature.
• Pärnu – Estonia's 4th largest city and the summer capital of Estonia, popular for its balneo-therapy complexes and spa centres, surrounded by numerous beaches.
• Ruhnu – The communal territory corresponds to that of the homonymous island, formerly known as Runö.