Parnu

During the Great Northern War, the University of Tartu was relocated to Pärnu from 1699-1710. Tartu University still has a branch campus there. Pärnu is an ancient Hanseatic town , where a medieval festival and an arts and crafts fair are held every summer. It is also a popular place for conferences, theatre performances and concerts. In 1838 the first spa was opened and nowadays Pärnu is a health resort of international stature. Tourist Information Centre Uus 4 [email protected] .

By Plane

Pärnu airport ( EPU IATA ) ( is 4 km north-west of the city ). It has some regular flights from Helsinki and Stockholm , but you are more likely to use this airport for continuing your journey from Pärnu rather than for traveling to the city. Luftverkehr Friesland-Harle operates flights to the islands of Ruhnu (regular) and Kihnu (on request only). The Ruhnu flight continues to Kuressaare and costs about €25 for each flight segment. Expect absolutely no service at the airport. You will have to call taxi or arrange some other private transportation to the city. City bus #23 runs to the airport twice a day, but its schedule is adjusted to the airport staff, not to sporadic travelers.

By Train

Pärnu's train connection to Tallinn was closed permanently in 2018. Rail travellers will have to change to buses in Rapla and Lelle. Pärnu railway station ( Pärnu kaubajaam ).

By Car

Pärnu has road connections from Tallinn (128 km), Haapsalu (108 km), Tartu (174 km), as well as to Riga in Latvia (184 km). The major artery of the Via Baltica , passes near Pärnu.

By Bus

The bus network covers the whole city, including the suburbs. There are 26 routes and their schedules can be found at pilet.ee . Load a mobile app to buy tickets. At summer free Kaubamajakas bus can be used.

By Boat

Pärnu has a large port, which is mostly used for cargo traffic. Ferries to the island of Kihnu depart from the Munalaid dock located 35 km west of Pärnu. However, a small passenger harbor exists at Kalda 2 (right at the city center) and may serve occasional weekend ferries to Kihnu and Ruhnu . If you are arriving by sail boat (keelyacht), you can dock at the Pärnu Yacht Club . To stay with motorboat you can use Talvesadam on Pärnu moat (Pärnu vallikraav).

Parnu is compact and walkable for most sightseeing. For exploring the surrounding countryside and nearby attractions, a car or bicycle is recommended. Taxis and ride-hailing services may be available in larger towns.

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• Buses arrive at the small — bus station on the border of the old town. This bus station feels like a big bus stop because the terminal building is somewhat hidden on the opposite side of the street. The nearby fast-food kiosk opens early in the morning and caters to morning travellers while the whole city is still sleeping.

• Buses from

• Tallinn — depart every hour and reach Pärnu in about two hours. You can also travel from

• Viljandi

• Tartu

• Kuressaare

• Valga

• Saint Petersburg — in

• Russia — with a stop in

• The Pärnu Jetty

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• The jetty has gained a romantic aura as a place for lovers to take walks on; however, before taking a walk there, be sure to check the water level! The length of both jetties is a bit over two kilometres.

• Football:

• Vaprus

• Outdoor activities

• The beach promenade

• Pärnu has a long

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Pärnu has several clubs and lounges, most of them located in the center near Rüütli street. There are also many cozy terraces and pubs around the numerous parks in the summer time.

• On Sauga river you can stay on a boat at the
• Sauga Sadam
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• Hostel South Pärnu
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• If you dare leave urban pleasures behind, there is great countryside to explore. Many cultural and sports events offer entertainment all year round. The enthralling nature of
• Pärnu County