Ruhnu

Prior to 1944 the island was populated by ethnic Swedes for centuries and traditional Swedish law was used. Ruhnu now has fewer than 100 permanent inhabitants, mostly ethnic Estonian who like to keep to themselves.

By ferry

A ferry runs from Munalaid in the mainland to Ruhnu. The trip takes about 4½ hours. Bookings can be made via phone and internet.

By plane

Ruhnu Airport offers regular flights to Pärnu and Kuressaare.

You can reach pretty much everything by walking.
If arriving by airplane, there is a free shuttle bus to the village. Tell the bus driver the name of the place of the family where you are staying, he will take you there. The same for getting to airport - ask your host to call the bus, it will pick you up.

• St. Madeline's Church in Ruhnu

  phone: +372 4533835
  It's the oldest known wooden building still standing in Estonia - its construction was started in 1643.

• Ruhnu's New ChurchThe new church was built only 2 m from the old wooden church. The walls of the church are made from rocks and the church tower from wood. The church bell is one of the oldest in Estonia.

• Ruhnu lighthouseMade in France in 1877. According to rumours, it was designed by Gustave Eiffel (known for Eiffel Tower).

The island is popular with hikers and swimmers, the best beach for swimming is Limo beach, with its "singing" sands.

• Limo Sauna

  phone: +372 5114702

There are few small shops on the island. Write down their opening times, because they may not be open all day long. As in mainland Estonia, the official currency is the euro. Credit and debit cards are usually accepted.

• Cafe Runö

  phone: +372 5208756

• Liise's Accommodation

  phone: +372 5208756
  address: Liise Talu, Ruhnu vald, Saare maakond, 93001
  Accommodation: 36 people; catering: up to 50 people; store (food and drink; card; free Wi-Fi; excursions; transport on the island; smoked fish, craft workshop.

• Tiigi Talu

  phone: +372 53493212
  address: Tiigi talu, Ruhnu vald, Saare maakond, 93001
  Accomodation: 23 people; catering: up to 50 people; sauna; excursions; camping.

• Buldersi talu

  phone: +372 5209160
  address: Buldersi talu, Ruhnu vald, Saare maakond, 93001
  Accommodation: 27 people; catering; camping; sauna; excursions; bicycle rent, fishing, smoked fish; transport on island.

• Ruhnu Holiday House

  phone: +372 53358784
  Place for 5 people.

• Ruhnu üürimajad

  phone: +372 56675269

• 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 is surrounded by a myriad of tiny islands including Abruka with its nudist camps.
• 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.
• Kihnu – The southernmost group of islands, Khinu, is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Cosy and warm yet exotic – folk costumes are worn here every day and the handicraft of older generations remains highly valued.