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Koluvere tee 1, 78301 MärjamaaView map
Campervan hire in Märjamaa puts your starting point at the heart of western Estonia, in Rapla County, on the road linking Tallinn to Pärnu. From this rural town, the beach at Pärnu, the bogs of Soomaa National Park, the reed beds of Matsalu and the ferry port for Hiiumaa are all less than two hours' drive away. A single partner company, Caravan Expert, prepares its campervans and motorhomes here, at its depot on Koluvere tee.
Starting here rather than in the capital avoids city traffic: as soon as you leave the depot, you are driving between pine forests, fields and isolated farms.
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Where to pick up your vehicle in Märjamaa?
Road trip ideas
Road trips from Märjamaa
1 Soomaa, the land of bogs
- Märjamaa
- Kurgja
- Tõramaa
- Riisa
- Tori
- Märjamaa
To the south-east, the Kurgja farm museum, on the banks of the Pärnu River, opens the road to Soomaa National Park. At the Tõramaa visitor centre you can hire a haabjas, the local dugout canoe, before walking the boardwalk across the Riisa bog and climbing its viewing tower. The return leg passes through Tori, with its stud farm and the sandstone cave of Tori Põrgu on the riverbank.
- Distance
- about 250 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or camper van
2 Matsalu, then the island of Hiiumaa
- Märjamaa
- Penijõe
- Puise
- Rohuküla
- Kärdla
- Tahkuna
- Kõpu
- Käina
- Märjamaa
Heading west, Penijõe manor, near Lihula, houses the visitor centre of Matsalu National Park, whose towers overlook reed beds and coastal meadows as far as the Puise peninsula. The Rohuküla ferry then crosses to Heltermaa. On Hiiumaa, you link Kärdla, Tahkuna lighthouse and Kõpu lighthouse, one of the oldest lighthouses still in service in the world, before returning via Käina.
- Distance
- about 380 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan, camper van or low-profile motorhome
3 The Lääneranna coast, Kihnu and Pärnu
- Märjamaa
- Varbla
- Tõstamaa
- Munalaid
- Kihnu
- Pärnu
- Märjamaa
Along the small coastal roads, Varbla and Tõstamaa manor lead to the port of Munalaid, where a ferry sails to Kihnu, an island whose culture, with its striped skirts and songs, is on UNESCO's intangible heritage list. The loop ends in Pärnu, Estonia's summer capital: a long sandy beach, a promenade, wooden villas and the Tallinn Gate, a remnant of the ramparts.
- Distance
- about 260 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or camper van
Weather and seasons
When to go in Märjamaa?
Best time
June, July and August
June to August
highs 20 to 22 °C, lows 11 to 14 °C
The high season for motorhome travel: in June, the most pleasant month, the sun shines for about 14 hours a day and the light lets you drive late. July and August are the wettest months, but the sea reaches 18 to 20 °C on Pärnu beach. In Soomaa and Matsalu, bring repellent against mosquitoes and horseflies.
May and September
May, September
highs 16 °C, lows 6 to 10 °C
With highs of 16 °C, May and September offer quiet roads and uncrowded campsites. They are also the months of the great migrations at Matsalu: geese and swans in spring, cranes in autumn, visible from the towers around the bay. Nights stay cool, around 6 °C in May and 10 °C in September: heating comes in handy.
April and October
April, October
highs 9 to 10 °C, lows 0 to 5 °C
In spring, melting snow makes Soomaa's rivers overflow: this is the "fifth season", when meadows, forests and low-lying roads disappear under water and the park is explored by canoe. October, rainier, is worth it for the colours of the bogs and birch trees. Many campsites are not yet open or already closed: check their opening dates.
Winter
November to March
November to March
highs -1 to 4 °C, lows -5 to 1 °C
Days are short, with one to three hours of sunshine a day from November to February, and frost prevails. The bogs of Soomaa can then be explored on snowshoes, and the spas of Pärnu stay open all year. A winter road trip is still possible with a well-heated vehicle, short stages and a campsite electric hook-up for the night.
Climate in Märjamaa, month by month
Most pleasant months: June.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | -1 °C | -5 °C | 67 mm | 2 h/day |
| Feb | 0 °C | -5 °C | 53 mm | 3 h/day |
| Mar | 4 °C | -3 °C | 42 mm | 7 h/day |
| Apr | 10 °C | 1 °C | 47 mm | 10 h/day |
| May | 16 °C | 6 °C | 51 mm | 13 h/day |
| Jun | 21 °C | 11 °C | 82 mm | 14 h/day |
| Jul | 22 °C | 13 °C | 97 mm | 13 h/day |
| Aug | 21 °C | 13 °C | 113 mm | 11 h/day |
| Sep | 17 °C | 9 °C | 68 mm | 9 h/day |
| Oct | 10 °C | 4 °C | 79 mm | 5 h/day |
| Nov | 5 °C | 1 °C | 63 mm | 2 h/day |
| Dec | 1 °C | -3 °C | 55 mm | 1 h/day |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
Book the Hiiumaa and Kihnu ferries
In summer, Rohuküla–Heltermaa crossings fill up fast on Fridays and Sundays: book online, giving the length of the motorhome, which sets the fare. The Kihnu ferry, leaving from Munalaid, is much smaller and its vehicle spaces are limited; check that it takes your vehicle's size, or leave it at the port and cross on foot.
Gravel roads to Soomaa
Some of the roads serving Tõramaa and the Riisa bog are unpaved. Drive slowly: flying gravel damages windscreens and bodywork, and dust gets everywhere in summer. Stow the crockery and close the cupboards before leaving the tarmac, and avoid these tracks after heavy rain with a large motorhome.
Varbola and Märjamaa church
Before setting off, two short visits: the medieval stone church of Märjamaa, in the centre of town, and, about twenty kilometres to the north, the site of Varbola, the largest of the fortified strongholds of ancient Estonia, whose earth and stone rampart still forms a complete ring at the edge of the forest.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip in Märjamaa
Where can I pick up a campervan in Märjamaa?
Caravan Expert, our only partner company in Märjamaa, hands over its vehicles at its depot on Koluvere tee, in the town. The choice is therefore within its fleet of campervans and motorhomes; to compare more offers, widen your search to Tallinn, another departure city of our partners, about an hour's drive to the north.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Märjamaa?
The price depends on the season, the length of hire and the vehicle, and there is a marked gap between summer, in high demand in the Baltic states, and the rest of the year. Run a search with your pick-up and return dates: you get real prices, mandatory fees included, bookable straight away, with the conditions of the offer.
How do I get to Märjamaa from Tallinn airport?
Tallinn airport is the most convenient arrival point: Märjamaa is about an hour's drive to the south-west, along the Pärnu highway. Intercity coaches run on this route, but their stops vary from line to line. Let Caravan Expert know your arrival time and ask for the simplest way to reach the depot.
Can I drive to Latvia with a campervan hired in Märjamaa?
The Latvian border is about 130 km to the south, via Pärnu and the coast of the Gulf of Riga; there are no systematic checks, as both countries belong to the Schengen area. Riga is half a day's drive away. Before leaving, check in the offer conditions that the insurance covers Latvia and, if needed, Lithuania.
What do travellers who started from Märjamaa say?
The two verified reviews from customers who started from Märjamaa give the top rating of 5 out of 5. A traveller in 2025 praises the quality of the vehicle, the company's welcome and its support during a holiday in the Baltic states; a German-speaking customer in 2024 stresses that everything went off without the slightest problem.
Verified customer reviews
They rented in Märjamaa with CoolDrive Nomad
4.3
818 reviews
Great vacation in the Baltic States. When everything goes well, it is easy to speak highly of the people who helped you. But beyond the quality of the vehicle and the welcome from the rental company, it is also important to note the support received from Cooldrive, which responded quickly to all our requests. This provides a sense of security that allows you to truly relax, knowing that in case of a problem, someone will take care of facilitating its resolution as quickly as possible. Cooldrive was also proactive regarding the steps for renting the vehicle. Brigitte and Pierre
C.
Estonia · Sep 2025
Trustpilot
Everything went smoothly and without major issues.
K.
Estonia · Sep 2024
Trustpilot
Diversity of offerings, clear presentation of the site, available options. No surprises on the price; you know what you're paying for. I recommend it and will probably use it again for other camper van trips.
Frédéric D.
Estonia · Sep 2025
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Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Campervan and motorhome hire in Märjamaa
What licence do I need to drive a motorhome in Estonia?
A category B licence is enough for campervans and motorhomes with a gross weight of up to 3.5 tonnes. Drivers holding a licence issued outside the European Union may also have to show an international driving permit. The minimum age and years of driving required are set by the rental company and appear in the offer conditions.
Where can I spend the night in a motorhome around Märjamaa?
Pärnu, Hiiumaa and the Lääneranna coast have well-equipped campsites, often open only from May to September. The State Forest Management Centre, RMK, also provides free nature sites, some of them accessible by campervan near Soomaa. In the Soomaa and Matsalu national parks, only spend the night at designated spots; elsewhere, check the local rules.
How many days should I plan for a trip from Märjamaa?
One week is enough to combine Soomaa, the Pärnu coast and the island of Kihnu, as the stages are short. With ten days, you can add Matsalu and Hiiumaa, allowing for waiting time at the port. Beyond two weeks, Saaremaa, Tartu or a trip into Latvia round off the journey without long days on the road.
What road rules should I know in Estonia?
Dipped headlights stay on day and night, and winter tyres are compulsory during the cold season, something to check for a departure between December and March. The permitted alcohol level is very low. Speed cameras are frequent on the Tallinn–Pärnu road, and elk and roe deer often cross forest roads at dawn and dusk.
When should I book a campervan in Märjamaa?
As early as possible for June, July and August: with a single depot, the number of vehicles available in Märjamaa is limited, and summer weekends draw Estonians to Pärnu and the islands. For May or September, a few weeks ahead usually leaves a fair choice. Book your crossings to Hiiumaa early as well.
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Why start a motorhome trip from Märjamaa
Märjamaa sits at the crossroads of western Estonia, a region of forests, bogs and low coastlines where distances stay short. In a few hours, you go from the boardwalks of Soomaa to the reed beds of Matsalu, then to the lighthouses of Hiiumaa or the villages of Kihnu, without ever crossing a big city. The back roads are quiet, dotted with manors, country churches and small harbours.
Hiring here means dealing directly with a local company, Caravan Expert, rather than a large agency in the capital, while staying an hour from Tallinn airport. June, long and bright, remains the ideal month, but May and September suit those who prefer nature without the crowds. And Pärnu, at the end of the road, offers a beach and spas to round off the trip.