#572 European Rank
Võsu Beach
Lahemaa National Park, Lääne-Viru, Estonia•Baltic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August
Photo: Olari Pilnik (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.24/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
17.5°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€38/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Golden Sand
Shallow & Gentle
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Lahemaa National Park, Lääne-Viru · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Refreshing Plunge
Jan
1.9°C
Air 11°C
Feb
0.8°C
Air 12°C
Mar
0.7°C
Air 14°C
Apr
2.2°C
Air 17°C
May
6.4°C
Air 20°C
Jun
11.8°C
Air 23°C
Jul
16.6°C
Air 25°C
Peak
Aug
17.5°C
Air 25°C
Sep
14.7°C
Air 23°C
Oct
10.6°C
Air 20°C
Nov
7.0°C
Air 16°C
Dec
4.1°C
Air 13°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Peak 17.5°C in August · cold-water plunge / wetsuit season
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Estonia Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.8 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.9 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.6 / 5
About Võsu Beach
A shallow, pine-rimmed bay in Lahemaa that has drawn Estonian holidaymakers since tsarist times.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Direct road access from Võsu village with seasonal municipal parking and public bus links from Tallinn
•Protected Status / Environment: Located within Lahemaa National Park coastal zone
•Notable Feature: Fine white sand beach with shallow waters, 6km pine forest coastal path to Käsmu, and active summer resort history
Official Tourism Authorities:visitestonia.com
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
NoGood for Kids
NoDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
NoWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
NoNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Lahemaa National Park, Lääne-Viru. Accessible via regional coastal roads (59.581°N, 25.962°E).
•Waist-deep a long way out; child-friendly and noticeably warmer than the open gulf.
•A wooden-villa resort village inside Lahemaa National Park on pine-rimmed Käsmu Bay, quiet outside July.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Lahemaa National Park, Lääne-Viru, Estonia.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Võsu Beach
What is the water temperature at Võsu Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Võsu Beach averages 17.5°C (64°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Võsu Beach?
Võsu Beach is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Lahemaa National Park, Lääne-Viru, Estonia.
Is Võsu Beach good for families with kids?
Võsu Beach has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.
Are there parking and facilities at Võsu Beach?
Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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