Lindi – Moorland, Village History and Nature

• The Lindi estate and the village of Lindi formed an independent community and were not merged with Audru into a single municipality until 1860.
• The old Lindi schoolhouse was built in 1927. Three large linden trees stand beside it, estimated to be around 480 years old.
• Lindi Nature Reserve covers 11,000 hectares; its centre consists of the Lindi raised bog and picturesque islets.
• The Lindi disc golf park is located by the school in the village.

The Lindi raised bog is the focal point of the area surrounding Lindi. The protected area covers 11,000 hectares and includes picturesque islets in addition to the bog. Visitors can walk through the raised bog as long as they do not damage the sensitive landscape. In practical terms, this means that nature experiences here go hand in hand with considerate treatment of the area.

A viewing tower beside the road offers views of Lindi Nature Reserve. Alongside a walk, this provides another opportunity to view the moorland from an elevated perspective. In the southern part of the Lindi raised bog, bilberries and cranberries grow abundantly in autumn; there are also many mushrooms there.

The old schoolhouse is a tangible point of reference in the local history. It was built in 1927 and stands beside three linden trees of impressive dimensions. One of these trees is 36.5 metres tall and has a trunk circumference of 7.30 metres. Its estimated age of around 480 years connects today’s village landscape with a much older history of the area.

The name of the place also has a historical connection. The Estonian name Lindi derives from the Linten family, who were among the interim owners of the Woldenhof estate. The merger in 1860 and the history of the estate thus offer two different ways of approaching the subject: you can be interested in the history of ownership and names or explore the changes in the local community.

The Lindi disc golf park is located by the school. The old schoolhouse, the linden trees and the park offer different points of connection for a visit to the area. For families and travel groups, looking back at Lindi Jaanituli 2024 is also interesting: live music as well as games for children and adults were part of the programme at Lindi Jaanituli 2024.

A guided snowshoe tour leads through the Lindi raised bog and between the bog pools. It then continues to a viewing tower overlooking the moorland. Anyone who includes such a tour in their travel plans combines the protected landscape with a guided activity. For a quieter visit, walking through the raised bog remains an option in its own right, provided the sensitive surroundings are treated with care.

Lindi harbour conveys the authentic atmosphere of a coastal village. The thematic landscape between Lindi and Tõstamaa provides another connection with the surrounding landscape. It follows an old coastal dune ridge and lies entirely within Kihnu väina merepark, the Kihnu Strait Marine Park.

The Vana Kooli Kohvik is located in Lindi’s former manor courtyard, where it operates in a community centre. Its culinary offerings include traditional Estonian dishes as well as cuisine in which the seasons, local ingredients and the distinctive character of nature come together.

If you would like to compare Lindi with other places, you can also include Malda, Põldeotsa, Kabriste and Audru in your further travel planning. This allows you to combine the search for suitable accommodation with the choice of the desired character of the place.

How large is Lindi Nature Reserve?

Lindi Nature Reserve covers 11,000 hectares. The Lindi raised bog and picturesque islets form its centre.

Can you walk through the Lindi raised bog?

Yes, visitors can walk through the Lindi raised bog as long as they do not damage the sensitive landscape.

What stands beside the old Lindi schoolhouse?

Three large linden trees stand beside the old schoolhouse, built in 1927. One is 36.5 metres tall and has a trunk circumference of 7.30 metres; it is estimated to be around 480 years old.

What views are available around Lindi?

A viewing tower beside the road offers views of Lindi Nature Reserve. The guided snowshoe tour through the raised bog also leads to a viewing tower overlooking the moorland.

What was offered at Lindi Jaanituli 2024?

Live music as well as games for children and adults were part of the programme at Lindi Jaanituli 2024.

To the higher-level travel overview: Audru.