Hiuma

Hiiumaa Essentials

Hiiumaa’s landscape is defined by its maritime heritage and diverse coastline. This selection features the 16th-century Kõpu Lighthouse, one of the world's oldest, alongside the cast-iron towers of Tahkuna and Ristna. Cultural sites include the Vaemla wool factory, which operates vintage machinery, and the Hill of Crosses, a site of historical Swedish emigration. Natural landmarks like the Sääretirp gravel spit complement architectural ruins and military museums that document the island's strategic Baltic position.