When do the leaves change in Estonia?
Estonia's birch, aspen and pine forests turn gold across Lahemaa National Park and the bogs of Soomaa in late September, a quiet, marshland-flavored version of the Baltic ruska with peak color into early October.
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Things to do in fall in Estonia
3 iconic stops, including scenic drives, farms, haunts, and the views locals plan their October around.
Lahemaa National Park
National parkTypically October 1–October 17
Bogs, sea cliffs and manor parks along Estonia's north coast, an hour east of Tallinn.
Soomaa National Park
National parkTypically September 22–October 9
Estonia's 'fifth season' wetland floods every spring, but autumn is when the raised bog of Kuresoo turns crimson and gold under open sky.
Otepää Nature Park
State parkTypically October 1–October 17
A hilly upland in southern Estonia better known as a ski resort, but just as worth an autumn visit: birch and pine woods ring Pühajärve…
Frequently asked
- What are the best things to do in fall in Estonia?
- The iconic stops: Lahemaa National Park, Soomaa National Park, Otepää Nature Park. Every one is mapped on this page with its peak-color timing.