Salme: Sea, River and Ship Burials

Salme combines a sea-shaped landscape with a distinctive history and different opportunities for active days. Salme Rannapark is located by the sea and characterized by junipers. In addition, there is a hiking route along the banks of the Salme River, a disc golf course with changing landscapes, and the extraordinary ship burials of Salme.

Ship Burials from the Vendel Period

A central theme of Salme is the two ship burials from the Vendel Period, dating from AD 550–800. They were discovered and investigated on Saaremaa in 2008 and 2010–2012. In this context, the Vendel Period comprises the years AD 550 to 800 and provides the burials with a clear historical framework. The ship burials contain the remains of a total of 41 men. Their dating and the nature of the finds give Salme a clearly recognizable historical profile that differs from simply staying on the coast.

The ship burials of Salme are considered unique worldwide to date. Those interested in early seafaring, burial customs and the history of the Baltic Sea region will find a distinctive subject here for travel planning.

Culture at Salme rahvamaja and in Rannapark

Salme rahvamaja can host celebrations as well as organize concerts and performances. Jaanipäev celebrations are held in Salme Rannapark. Together with the seaside location and the junipers, this creates a clear connection between the coastal area and public festivities.

Hiking Route along the Salme River

For a nature-oriented outing, the Suure-Tõllu-raiesmaa hiking route is an option. It was established along the banks of the Salme River. No information is available for this route regarding length, difficulty or other amenities; for your selection, the location by the river therefore remains the main verified point of reference.

Disc Golf between Open Areas and Pine Forest

Salme discgolfi park offers a 1,082 m-long course. The playing environment includes open areas and a pine forest; throws over the Salme River are also among the documented features of the course. The tee areas are covered with artificial turf. This combination distinguishes the offering from a simple park round and makes the landscape itself a visible part of the game.

Those playing at Salme discgolfi park must bring their own discs. Playing is free for everyone. Both notes are more important for specific preparation than a general description of the sport: they concern the equipment required and the cost of playing, without making any statements about opening hours, rentals or other services.

Further Orientation around Salme

For further orientation within the same destination, you can go directly to Tehumardi and Toomalõuka. With its seaside park, riverbank, cultural events, disc golf and ship burials, Salme itself offers several clearly distinguishable themes for your travel planning.

For the higher-level travel overview: Saaremaa.

Further Destinations

Further places within the same destination:

Rannaküla, Kuralase, Valjala, Siiksaare, Ruhnu, Nurme.