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Complete the marathon challenge during a visit to Estonia

July 30 2021

As October’s much anticipated London Marathon 2021 draws closer, those who don’t have a place may be inspired to take up an alternative challenge. Estonia offers a variety of marathon events to participate in. From a month-long virtual marathon to a night run or one of the largest mountain bike marathons in the world, Estonia has a variety of sporting events to rival those in the UK.

Tallinn Marathon

Photo: Jarek Jõepera

Year 2021

Estonia launches ‘You Are Safe Here’ quality label to reassure visitors

01.06.2021. For travellers to feel confident when they travel again, Visit Estonia has developed ‘You Are Safe Here’, a quality assurance label that aims to provide trust for both visitors and hospitality staff. Read more!

Celebrate Midsummer’s Day during Estonia’s White Nights

31.05.2021. Midsummer’s Day – known as Jannipäev – is the beginning of Estonia’s White Nights celebrations and is one of the country’s most important days of the year. Read more!

Lotus appointed to manage PR for Visit Estonia

11.05.2021. Travel specialist PR consultancy, LOTUS, has been appointed by Visit Estonia as the retained UK PR agency to promote the country as a visitor destination.

Estonia, a hiking and camping paradise

05.05.2021. Spending time in nature is proven to lower stress levels, blood pressure and heart rates. So, why not spend your next holiday in the outdoors? Estonia's gentle landscapes and mild summers are welcoming all adventurers. Read more!

Easter brings light and egg battles to Estonia

29.03.2021. Spring has already arrived and Easter is now following in its footsteps. Want to learn more about the ways Estonians celebrate Easter and the time that surrounds it?

Meet the Estonian women who keep the culture alive

03.03.2021. To celebrate the strength, creativity and wisdom of being a woman, check out these inspiring Estonian women who are helping to shape wider communities.

How to travel like a poet: 5 most romantic things to experience in Estonia

11.02.2021. With Valentine’s Day and spring around the corner, it is time to start gathering inspiration for your next romantic trip to Estonia.

Year 2020

Get ready for the holidays with festive spirit from Estonia

11.12.2020. Advent and Christmas time in Estonia is full of holiday spirit and traditions.

November in Estonia is a month full of flavour

29.10.2020. Several events dedicated to food experiences will take place in November in various regions of Estonia.

Norway wins Bocuse d'Or Europe 2020

16.10.2020. After two days of intense competition on 15th and 16th of October in Tallinn, Estonia, Norway won the title of Bocuse d'Or Europe 2020.

Falling for Estonia

28.08.2020. Every year when autumn arrives, it paints over the parks and greenery across Estonia.

Tasting Estonia's Coastal Delicacies

Dining by the Estonian coast is especially rewarding during the summer although Estonia's long coastline lures in visitors throughout the year.

Culinary route in Estonia

01.06.2020. Estonian restaurant culture is thriving, having plenty of easily accessible options from fine dining to unique treats of organic farms.

Everything under the sun in Estonia

29.05.2020. The season of ‘White Nights’ in Estonia welcomes in the summer months of glorious sunshine and offers a lot from wilderness walk to foodie excursions.

Unexpected Estonia. Discover the destination’s quirkiest activities

08.05.2020. Estonia is famous for its 2,222 islands, smoke saunas, enchanting forests and delicious food. Be ready and let Estonia surprise you even more!