
Matsalu National Park and Nature Centre
The area of Matsalu National Park is 48,610 hectares and was established to protect the nesting, moulting and migrating birds. In 1976, Matsalu National Park was added to the list of wetlands of international importance under the Ramsar convention. The national park encompasses Matsalu Bay, the lower course of the River Kasari, coastal reeds, the flooded meadows of the River Kasari, coastal pastures, wooded meadows, and about 50 islands. There are many nature trails and 7 birdwatching towers in Matsalu. The Visitor Centre of the National Park is near Lihula, in the renovated Penijõe manor. The Nature Centre hosts an exhibition and has a classroom for nature education.
Features and amenities
National Park
Matsalu
Amenities
Free parking
Hiking trails
Information boards
Recreation area/picnic ground
Wheelchair accessible
Viewing platform
English
Estonian
German
Russian
Finnish
Additional services
Souvenirs
Getting there
At the 43th km of Risti-Virtsu highway (highway No 10), turn right towards Penijõe (road sign "Matsalu rahvuspargi keskus"; highway No 16193). Drive 2 km until you reach the marked car park at the Penijõe manor. Matsalu Nature Centre is on the first floor of the manor.
Accessibility
Signposted
Sealed access road
By excursion bus
By car
Times and prices
15.04-30.09
7-day calendar
Saturday,Sunday 10:00 - 18:00