Lithuanian buys apartment in Pärnu, calls Estonia's summer capital 'better than Lithuania'

Pärnu, Estonia's self-proclaimed summer capital, is drawing Lithuanians like Natalija from Šiauliai, who have bought property there. She praises the warm sea, culture, cleanliness, and beauty, declaring it "better than Lithuania." Natalija, who has visited all Baltic countries, finds Pärnu's warm waters and pleasant environment superior.

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Estonians have officially declared Pärnu the summer capital. It is also the most beautiful and well-maintained Estonian city.

Travel journalist Orijus Gasanovas compares the feeling of being in Pärnu to Palanga, Lithuania, noting its accessibility from Tallinn. He highlights the city's status as Estonia's most beautiful and well-kept, adorned with numerous elephant statues, a tradition stemming from a 1936 exhibition.

While Lithuanians visit Pärnu, they are fewer than those visiting Latvia. Many seek an overseas holiday without long travel. A Šiauliai family, returning for their third year, appreciates the calm atmosphere, good food, and prices, having rented apartments for 200 euros for three nights.

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We like it here – it's calmer than Palanga, the food is tasty, the prices are good.

Gasanovas also reviewed the "Boutique Hotel Rosenplanter," a historic building in the city center, costing 225 euros for two nights. He noted its authentic, old-world charm, though cautioned it might not suit everyone. Breakfast was not included.

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We like it here very much – the sea is warm, the culture, it's clean, it's beautiful. We even bought an apartment here – we want to move here. It's better here.

The "Pastoraat" cafe, located in the hotel, is highly rated for its breakfast. Gasanovas enjoyed spicy scrambled eggs with Greek yogurt, feta, olives, and bread for 11 euros, and a buckwheat porridge dish with eggs, avocado, and tomatoes for 10 euros, praising the simple yet delicious flavors.

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The water in Pärnu is incredibly warm.