You can travel to Kihnu easily from Munalaid harbour about 40 minutes drive from Pärnu . The boat... read more
You can travel to Kihnu easily from Munalaid harbour about 40 minutes drive from Pärnu . The boat... read more
I always wanted to visit the smaller Estonian islands, so this travel was a real treat. We... read more
we visited first time Kihnu island and we expected to see authentic local culture, to enjoy fresh food, fish caught by local fishermen, homemade beer and fresh food from local gardens. We wanted to purchase some local handicraft but the result was absolutely waste of time. shops and museums were closed at day time on Thursday. the only restaurant which was open, the food was far from our expectations, the taste was not good and it was not even healthy. Service was terrible and unfriendly. I dont remember when I met last time so many unfriendly and unhappy people. We were invisible to the locals, nobody even cared to say hi or how could we help you.
I am sorry to say but I am not going to recommend to visit this island.
You can travel to Kihnu easily from Munalaid harbour about 40 minutes drive from Pärnu . The boat trip takes one hour .
There are plentiful of rental bikes in Kihnu Harbor and it costs only ten euros for a whole days rental . The lady in the rental shop was really friendly and she wore a local dress as many other local ladies do . Such a lovely custom !
I got a flat tire and when I called the rental company it took only 7 minutes before I got help and a new bike ! Just amazing service .
We rode the bikes for hours and visited all the interesting places in Kihnu, the lighthouse, museum and the church. Every person we met were so friendly and welcoming .
A perfect summer day which will be remembered .
I always wanted to visit the smaller Estonian islands, so this travel was a real treat. We were also very lucky: weather was wonderful and no mosquitoes, we had Estonians in our company, who pointed out and explained details of the island life, tradition of women’s national clothes among everything. We visited tiny orthodox church, museum and the lighthouse, tried out unusual local rye bread baked with herring inside and crowne the visit with an excellent lunch of fish soup, smoked fish and famous Estonian Kringel pastry. This is what I call a perfect summer outing!
Took a day trip over leaving on the bus from Parnu (one euro!). Ferry was also cheap and hired a bike for 7 euros on arrival. Unfortunately the monday we were there all 3 of the cafes on the island were closed. We did manage a cup of tea at the Lighthouse and a few drinks/snacks at the little stall near the ferry. Plenty to see on the island and it's an easy cycle as it's so flat. Enjoyed the little museum too.
The ferry ride takes you to a land back in time. You can walk around most of the island though a bike would be more leisurely. Transport by bench seat truck is possible too. Well worth a peaceful day.
Great island to explore by foot or bicycle. Quiet beaches with shallow water. Interesting museum, and lighthouse.