Sõru Museum
About This Museum
Tucked away on the peaceful island of Hiiumaa, the Sõru Museum is this wonderful little find that feels like stepping right into Estonia's maritime past. It's not some stuffy, silent hall—you can almost hear the creak of old ships and smell the sea salt. I spent ages just looking at the detailed models of wooden sailboats and the fascinating old lighthouse lenses that once guided sailors through treacherous waters. The whole place has this wonderfully personal feel, like you're exploring a cherished family attic full of island stories.
Collection Highlights
Historic wooden sailboat models, intricate lighthouse lenses and mechanisms, and exhibits on traditional local seafaring life.
Visitor Information
It's a small museum, so you don't need to block out a whole day—a couple of hours is perfect. Definitely check their opening times online before you go, as hours can be seasonal.
Architecture & Building
Housed in charming, traditional Estonian wooden buildings that look like they've always been part of the coastal landscape.
Contact & Location
Address: Emmaste — Tohvri, Pärna, Pärna küla, Hiiumaa vald, Hiiu maakond, 92017, Eesti
Phone: +372 5376 4040
