Estonia, Legislation, Tourism

Three nearby islands which can be reached by boat offer a more private, scenic, beach experience, while the popular beaches near the city center offer relaxing pass time opportunities for the working crowd, writes LETA.

Official public beaches in Tallinn are secured. Life guards operate between 9am and 8pm on weekends from 9am until 9pm. A special "traffic light” flag system shows whether the sea is safe for swimming or not and information boards show air and water temperatures.

Drinks, snacks and other goods are usually sold at the kiosks on the beach. Depending on location, different water-related activities are available, as the tourism authority reports.

At Pirita beach near the Pirita Olympic Yacht Harbor attracts holiday-makers with white, sandy beach and beautiful, pine forest. This place is very popular among Tallinners in summer to swim or sunbath and in the rest of the year to walk or jog. It's an official beach so lifeguards are on hand. There are also playgrounds for children and beach ball courts.

Sandy Stroomi beach in the Pelgulinn area, as well as a park are most suitable for families with kids due to various playgrounds and lovely long pathways perfect for cycling and roller blading. It is also an official beach with lifeguards on spot.

The island beaches Aegna, Naissaar and Prangli islands boast beautiful coastlines with sandy beaches and pristine nature.

The islands are the perfect get-away for those seeking solitude. The island beaches are remote with no lifeguards. Snacks and drinks should also be brought with.