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Things to see in Viru-Nigula alevik (Estonia): 14 places and when to go
Viru-Nigula alevik is a town in Estonia, and this site lists 14 places in and around it, mainly Temples (4), History (3), Hiking (3). The best known are Ehalkivi, Letipea Lighthouse and Viru-Nigula Church. The best time to come is May to September; also possible: December to April and October. In June there are 18 h 15 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 45. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Estonia · 59.4463, 26.6894
- Places
- 14 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Temples (4) · History (3) · Hiking (3) · Museums and art (2) · Nature (1) · Architecture (1)
- Best time
- May to September.
- Also possible
- December to April and October.
- Nearest airport
- TLL Tallinn, 105 km as the crow flies
What to see in Viru-Nigula alevik
The places in and around Viru-Nigula alevik, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- EhalkiviThe biggest glacial boulder in Estonia13 km
- Letipea LighthouseLighthouse in Estonia13 km
- Viru-Nigula ChurchChurch building in Estonia3 m
- Aseri Orthodox ChurchChurch building in Estonia9.7 km
- Kunda ChurchChurch building in Estonia11 km
- St. Mary's chapelChapel in Estonia728 m
- E11 section 38: Aseri‒MahuHiking7.2 km
- E11 section 39: Mahu‒KundaHiking9.6 km
- EMC Kunda Betaania congregationMethodist congregation based in Estonia12 km
- Kunda Cement MuseumMuseum in Estonia11 km
- Uhtna manor houseManor house in Estonia9.0 km
- Uljaste hiking trailHiking9.7 km
- Vasta manor houseManor house in Estonia1.5 km
- Viru-Nigula local history museumMuseum in Estonia227 m
When to go to Viru-Nigula alevik
The best time to visit Viru-Nigula alevik is May to September; also possible: December to April and October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible6:30
- FebPossible8:51
- MarPossible11:22
- AprPossible14:10
- MayBest time16:41
- JunBest time18:15
- JulBest time17:35
- AugBest time15:16
- SepBest time12:30
- OctPossible9:47
- NovBetter not7:12
- DecPossible5:45
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 18 h 15 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 45. In May, 14 of the 14 places are at their best.
When to go to Estonia in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Viru-Nigula alevik
The nearest main airport is Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport (TLL, Tallinn), 105 km as the crow flies. How to get around Estonia (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Rakvere17 places22 km
- Vihula küla20 places31 km
- Kohtla-Järve25 places34 km
- Muuga küla5 places37 km
- Vao küla11 places48 km
- Alutaguse vald12 places48 km
And all of Estonia, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Viru-Nigula alevik?
The best known: Ehalkivi, Letipea Lighthouse, Viru-Nigula Church, Aseri Orthodox Church, Kunda Church. In all, 14 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Viru-Nigula alevik?
May to September; also possible: December to April and October. In June there are 18 h 15 of daylight, and in December, 5 h 45.
How do you get to Viru-Nigula alevik?
The nearest main airport is Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport (TLL), 105 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Viru-Nigula alevik as the destination and these 14 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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