Our guide to travelling in Estonia

From Paris, a direct flight to Tallinn takes around 2h45. Return tickets range from 80 to 250€, depending on the season.

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• 3 to 4 days are enough to discover Tallinn and its surroundings.
• 1 week allows you to explore the capital, the islands and some national parks.
• 2 weeks offer a complete immersion between nature, culture and coastline.

For EU citizens, a valid ID card or passport is sufficient. No visa is required for a tourist stay of less than 90 days.

The official language is Estonian, but English is widely spoken in major cities and tourist spots.

Some useful words in Estonian:

• Tere: Hello
• Aitäh: Thank you
• Jah / Ei: Yes / No
• Palun: Please
• Kui palju see maksab? : How much does it cost?

The official currency is the euro (€). Credit cards are accepted everywhere, even in small shops.

• May to September: Best time to enjoy long days, pleasant temperatures (15-25°C) and festivals.
• December to February: Snowy winter, ideal for discovering Tallinn under the snow and its enchanting Christmas markets.
• March and October: Mid-season with fewer tourists and colorful landscapes.

Estonian cuisine is influenced by nature and the seasons, with simple but tasty dishes.

Some must-tries:

• Verivorst: Traditional black pudding, often served with sauerkraut.
• Kilud: Small pickled herrings served with dark bread and cream.
• Sült : Meat terrine in jelly, a winter specialty.
• Kama : A mixture of ground cereals eaten with yoghurt or fermented milk.
• Estonian beer and Vana Tallinn : Sweet local liquor, flavored with spices and rum.

Estonia is at GMT+2, i.e. +1 hour ahead of France in winter and +2 hours in summer.