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Is Estonia a member of the European Union and the Schengen Area?
Yes, Estonia is a member of the European Union and the Schengen area.
Is the euro the official currency in Estonia?
Yes, the official currency in Estonia is the euro since 01.01.2011.
Is it necessary to pay a road toll when traveling in Estonia with a motorhome or caravan?
No, motorhomes and caravans are exempt from road tolls.
Is it safe in Estonia?
Yes. It is safe to live and travel in Estonia. We recommend avoiding wild camping.
What are the speed limits in Estonia?
The same speed limits apply to motorhomes and caravans as to passenger cars. The speed limit in towns and populated places is 50 km/h, on highways 90 km/h. In summer, some highways have a speed limit of 110 km/h.
In what condition are Estonian roads?
Estonian roads are in good condition. Not all roads are paved, there are also gravel roads in rural areas.
By which route can you travel to Estonia by sea?
You can travel to Estonia by sea from Finland and Sweden.
Finland – Estonia routes:
Helsinki – Tallinn, ferry companies www.tallinksilja.com; www.eckeroline.com; www.vikingline.com
Vuosaari – Muuga (cargo ships), ferry companies www.tallinksilja.com; www.eckeroline.com
Sweden – Estonia routes:
Stockholm – Mariehamn –Tallinn, ferry company www.tallinksilja.com
Kapellskär – Paldiski (cargo ships), ferry companies www.tallinksilja.com; www.dfds.com
Additionally, it’s possible to travel by sea from Germany to Lithuanian and Latvian harbors.
Kiel – Klaipeda, Lithuania (cargo ship), ferry company www.dfds.com
Travemünde – Liepāja, Latvia (cargo ship), ferry company www.stenalinetravel.com
How to travel to Estonian islands?
You can travel to the Estonian islands by ferry. Ferry information can be found at:
The islands of Muhu, Saaremaa and Hiiumaa - www.praamid.ee
The islands of Vormsi, Kihnu, Ruhnu, and Aegna and the connection between Saaremaa and Hiiumaa - www.veeteed.com
Prangli island - www.tuuleliinid.ee
Where to find information about Estonian bus and train travel?
Information on bus travel can be found on the websites www.tpilet.ee and www.peatus.ee and on train travel on the website www.elron.ee
Is tap water drinkable in Estonia?
Mostly yes
Are shops in Estonia open every day?
In Estonia, most shops are open every day (especially grocery shops).
Are museums open on Mondays?
Many museums are closed on Mondays, we recommend checking opening hours beforehand.
Are hiking trails free of charge in Estonia?
Yes, hiking trails are free of charge.
What is an emergency number in Estonia and how is it possible to receive urgent medical care?
The general emergency number in Estonia is 112 (ambulance, police, fire department, rescue service). In order to receive urgent medical care, you should go to the nearest Emergency Medical Care department or call the ambulance at 112. Ambulance as emergency care is free of charge for all persons staying in the territory of Estonia, including foreigners and uninsured persons.
Where to find more information about Estonia?
More information about Estonia is available on the website www.visitestonia.com. There you can also view or download various tourist publications and maps.
Across Estonia, there are tourist information points in larger cities and county centers, whose employees have a thorough knowledge of their region and about Estonia in general. You can see the locations of the tourist information points HERE.