Tareste, Hiiu County

Tareste
Village
Tareste is located in Estonia
Tareste
Tareste
Coordinates: 59°00′59″N 22°40′57″E / 59.01639°N 22.68250°E / 59.01639; 22.68250
Country Estonia
CountyHiiu County
ParishPühalepa Parish
Time zoneUTC+2 (EET)
 • Summer (DST)UTC+3 (EEST)

Tareste is a village in Hiiumaa Parish, Hiiu County, in north-western Estonia. It is part of the island municipality of Hiiumaa, and lies near the coast of the Baltic Sea.

Location and surroundings

Tareste belongs to Hiiumaa, which is the main island of Hiiu County. The island is known for its long coastline, forests, and many small villages. Hiiumaa is Estonia’s least densely populated county. [1]

Near Tareste is a protected area called the Tareste Landscape Conservation Area. This nature reserve covers 455 hectares and was established to protect the local landscape and biodiversity around Tareste and nearby areas. [2]

The nearby coast and countryside make the area popular for hiking, fishing, berry and mushroom picking, and enjoying quiet natural surroundings. [3]

Nature and conservation

Because of its location on Hiiumaa island, Tareste benefits from the natural environment typical for the region: forests, sea-coastlines, and a mix of woodland and maritime climate. The Landscape Conservation Area helps preserve this nature for future generations. [4]

Administrative details

- Country: Estonia - County: Hiiu County - Municipality / Parish: Hiiumaa Parish - Time zone: EET (UTC +2), during summer EEST (UTC +3)

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