Lahemaa National Park – Nature & Manors
Estonia’s Premier Destination for Day Trips and Countryside Events
Where Nature Meets History Just one hour east of Tallinn lies Lahemaa (“Land of Bays”), Estonia’s oldest and largest national park. It offers a stunning landscape of pristine bogs, dense forests, and rugged coastlines. But Lahemaa is not just about nature, it is also the home of Estonia’s grandest historic manor houses.
For DMC Estonia, Lahemaa is the perfect solution for groups who want to see the “real Estonia” without a long drive. It is ideal for 1-day excursions or overnight luxury retreats.
Logistics & Accessibility
Proximity: Only 70 km (approx. 1 hour drive) from Tallinn city center.
Flexibility: Perfect for a 6-8 hour day trip for cruise groups or conference delegates.
Transport: We provide premium coaches for large groups or private Mercedes minivans for VIP nature tours.
DMC Services in Lahemaa
1. The Grand Manor Houses (MICE & Dining) Lahemaa is famous for its restored German-Baltic manor estates. We organize events in these historic venues:
Vihula Manor Country Club & Spa: A fully restored 16th-century estate functioning as a luxury hotel. It features a vodka distillery, a large conference center, and high-end banquet halls. Ideal for corporate summer days or executive retreats.
Palmse Manor: An open-air museum estate. We arrange historical gala dinners where waiters dress in period costumes and musicians play classical instruments.
Sagadi Manor: Known for its forestry museum and elegant pink facade, perfect for lunch stops and seminars.
2. Nature Experiences We make nature accessible for everyone, from seniors to active teams.
Viru Bog Walk: The most iconic experience in Estonia. A safe, flat wooden boardwalk leads you over the colorful swamp landscape. It is easy to walk (no hiking boots needed) and offers breathtaking photo opportunities.
Coastal Villages (Altja & Käsmu): Visit traditional fishing villages with wooden farmhouses and “Captain’s Villages” by the sea.
3. Authentic Estonian Cuisine Forget standard tourist buffets. We book:
Altja Tavern: A thatched-roof wooden tavern serving simple, hearty Estonian food (pork, potatoes, herring) in a rustic atmosphere.
Manor Dining: Fine dining experiences using local forest ingredients like wild mushrooms, berries, and game meat.
Why Include Lahemaa in Your Itinerary?
Best Day Trip: It is the highest-rated excursion from Tallinn. If your group has one free day, this is where they should go.
Sustainability: A low-carbon footprint activity that supports rural tourism.
Contrast: Guests experience total silence and fresh air just 60 minutes after leaving the busy capital.
Partner with DMC Estonia
We are your local experts in South Estonia. We handle all ground arrangements, from meet-and-greet in Tallinn to the final transfer in Tartu
Email: estonia@eudmc.com Phone: +372 53 687255