Visiting the Paljassaare Special Conservation Area in Northern Tallinn
Image credit: Haus of Hiatus
Having been in Estonia for almost a year and travelled around it, I was quite surprised to find a cool hiking and mountain biking route in in Tallinn that had a load of war time relics left over and still intact!
Located in northern part Tallinn, the Paljassaare Special Conservation Area is a beautiful, protected area that offers some stunning views.
The conservation area covers the peninsula that extends into the Gulf of Finland, that’s an important area for birdwatching, with over 200 species of birds recorded in the area. It’s also home to a variety of protected and endangered species, including the Eurasian beaver, the grey seal, and several species of birds such as the common tern and the western osprey. The conservation area plays an important role in preserving the natural biodiversity of the region and protecting the habitats of these species.
The conservation area features a diverse range of habitats, including sandy beaches, rocky shores, forests, and wetlands. Visitors can enjoy birdwatching towers and hiking trails, which offer an interesting peek into Estonia’s history, due to a number of former structures still present in the area.
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If you’re seriously considering a year as a digital nomad, whether that’s to explore the world, setup a virtual business, or both, I strongly urge you to put Estonia at the top of your list for all the reasons I mention below – however don’t be surprised if you don’t want to return back to your country of origin at the end of it!
Secondly, I make no apologies for being so enthusiastic about the place, I’ve travelled in over 60 countries across the world and feel like I’ve found somewhere that is truly remarkable for many good reasons that people aren’t yet aware of.