Kärdla

Kärdla is a town on Hiiumaa in Estonia, and the capital of Hiiu County as well as the centre of Hiiumaa Parish..

Understand
Kärdla is the biggest and only town on Hiiumaa. It is located at the edge of the Baltic Sea on the east coast of the island. It allows for a convenient base to explore the rest of the island by car or bicycle.

Hiiumaa capital Kärdla probably existed as a small Swedish settlement already in the 14th century, however, the oldest written record of Kärdla dates from the year 1564. The Swedish word Kärrdal denotes a wet and boggy valley. A more dynamic period followed, after the barons Ungern-Sternberg founded a textile factory in 1829 to produce a heavily milled woolen cloth - broadcloth. The directors' house (the Long house) has survived until the present day.



Get in
There are a few bus connections from the ferry station and the other villages. But generally your are best off with a car or bicycle.

Kärdla also has a harbour and small airport nearby, which can be reached by private transport. The airport is served by a 30-min flight operated by Transaviabaltica to Tallinn.



Get around
It is not big, so walking is the most feasible option.

Do
Besides relaxing and enjoying the local food and bar, the most interesting sees and dos are spread all over the island.

Sleep
Kärdla offers the most accommodations around the island and is therefore a convenient base for exploring the island.


 * Mamma Mia Pizzeria Italiana also has a fabulous guest house, but mid-range prices.
 * Mamma Mia Pizzeria Italiana also has a fabulous guest house, but mid-range prices.
 * Mamma Mia Pizzeria Italiana also has a fabulous guest house, but mid-range prices.
 * Mamma Mia Pizzeria Italiana also has a fabulous guest house, but mid-range prices.