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Vormsi
Spend a half‑day cycling the island’s nature reserve; add a night in a campsite or hostel if you want sunset views.
Vormsi is a tiny Estonian island (pop. ~230) with a protected nature reserve, a few historic sites and limited accommodation. A bike ride covers the main sights in 4–5 h, so one day is enough; stay overnight for a relaxed pace.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- Jun–Aug
- avoid Oct–Mar (limited services, closed camping)
- Airport
- TLL
- Nights
- 1
Not a trip line yet
Rules in force · 8Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…Treat the Estonian, Latvian and Lithuanian borders with R…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Baltic states ↗Treat the Estonian, Latvian and Lithuanian borders with Russia and Belarus as closed to your plans: crossings are restricted, change within hours, and sit under advisories on the far side.
- Baltic states ↗Book open-jaw flights (into Tallinn or Vilnius, out of the other) so the line runs one way; Riga is the biggest airport if you need a single hub.
- Baltic states ↗Midsummer (23–24 June) is the biggest holiday in all three countries: cities empty, many businesses close and island and coast transport sells out.
- Estonia ↗Estonia is in the EU and the Schengen area; the EU Entry/Exit System applies to non-EU visitors. Check the official EU and Estonian sources for your passport.
- Estonia ↗The land border with Russia is not a route for casual travel; check your government's advice before going near it.
- Estonia ↗Winter tyres are required in the cold months; rental cars include them, but confirm if you drive.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Vormsi112 ▾
- Police, ambulance, fire112
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Vormsi, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR).Estonia-wide
- SIM or eSIMTelia, Elisa and Tele2 sell prepaid SIMs in supermarkets, kiosks (R-Kiosk) and phone shops; EU roaming applies to EU SIMs.Estonia-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe everywhere; Tallinn's is hard but fine.Estonia-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Round up or 5–10% for good service; not expected.Estonia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Estonia-wide
- SafetyVormsi is safe; low traffic, small community.
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- RestroomsFree in malls and museums; public toilets €0.50–1 (≈ US$1–2); cafés expect you to buy something.Estonia-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police, ambulance, fire (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidayscheckShops open daily, including Sundays; museums often close Mondays (Kumu Mon–Tue in winter — check).Estonia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportTLL Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport (About 1.5 h by car to Rohuküla port, then 45 min ferry).
- Getting aroundRent a bicycle (1 h €5 (≈ US$6), 8 h €10 (≈ US$12), 24 h €15 (≈ US$18)) or a rowing boat (4 ppl €5 (≈ US$6)/h).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Budget bedCamping pitch, a night, per person€16 (≈ US$19)
- Mid-range bedHostel bed, a night, per person€19 (≈ US$25)
- High-end bedHostel bed, a night, per person€19 (≈ US$25)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €30 (≈ US$35) · Mid €45 (≈ US$55) · High €70 (≈ US$85)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- TLL Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport (About 1.5 h by car to Rohuküla port, then 45 min ferry)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Feb
Avoid
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Mar
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Apr
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
May
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Jun
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Jul
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Aug
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Sep
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Oct
Avoid
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Nov
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Dec
Avoid
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Best: Jun–Aug. Avoid: Oct–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)), coolest Jan (−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C) low), wettest Dec (13 rain days), driest Jul (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Vormsi: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
12 rd
Feb
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
10 rd
Mar
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
9 rd
Apr
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
8 rd
May
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
7 rd
Jun
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Jul
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5 rd
Aug
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6 rd
Sep
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
8 rd
Oct
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
10 rd
Nov
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
12 rd
Dec
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
13 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Rent a bicycle (1 h €5, 8 h €10, 24 h €15) or a rowing boat (4 ppl €5/h). The island is flat and well‑marked for walking.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Haapsalu
goDoor to door: ≈2 h total
Ferry from Rohuküla to Sviby (45 min), then bus or taxi 10 km (6.2 mi)Ferry from Rohuküla to Sviby (45 min), then bus or taxi 6.2 mi (10 km)
Mainland town with spa and historic sites.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Diby kämping
Camping, sauna, grill; €16 per night, open 15 May–30 Sep
Hullo Hostel
Hostel with sauna (€25/h); camping (€5); €19 per night
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €30–€45 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- Mid
- €45–€70 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- High
- €70 (≈ US$85)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Camping pitch1 × 1 night × €16 | €16 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × €30 | €30 |
| Bicycle rental (8 h)1 × €10 · check | €10 |
| Rowing boat (4 ppl, 2 h)1 × €10 · check | €10 |
| Ferry round‑trip (Rohuküla‑Sviby)1 × €12 · check | €12 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €8 |
| Trip total≈ €86 per person per day, bed included | €86≈ US$100 |
Diby kämping
2026 estimate in euros; flights and ferry not included.
Prices of common things
| Bicycle hire (8 h) | €10 (≈ US$12) |
| Rowing boat (4 ppl, 1 h) | €5 (≈ US$6) |
| Camping pitch | €16 (≈ US$19) |
| Hostel bed | €19 (≈ US$25) |
| Ferry (Rohuküla‑Sviby, round‑trip) | ≈€12 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No fuel stations on the island – fill up before you sail.
- Ferry schedules may change in off‑season; check the operator (Veeteed) before travel.
Emergency numbers
- Police, ambulance, fire
- 112
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My bed tonight
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Palun siiaTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police, ambulance, fire112
Embassy
Nearest Estonian consular services are in Tallinn.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Rohuküla → Sviby ferry: ≈ €12 each way, 45 min (check schedule)
Say or show
- Tere — Hello (te-re)
- Aitäh — Thank you (ai-tah)
- Kui palju? — How much? (kui pa-lu?)
- Kus on praam? — Where is the ferry? (kus on praam?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Vormsi. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Aug · avoid Oct–Mar (limited services, closed camping) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a second night for sunset at the lighthouse and a relaxed bike ride.
- Combine with a Haapsalu spa day using the same ferry.
Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Vormsi
- secondaryWikivoyage: Vormsi, revision 5108441 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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