Southern Matsalu Bay &Lihula Loop – Estonian National Cycling Route 344

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Southern Matsalu Bay &Lihula Loop – Estonian National Cycling Route 344

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Southern Matsalu Bay &Lihula Loop – Estonian National Cycling Route 344

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24.2km

60m

Cycling

Route 344 starts and ends in Lihula, one of Western Estonia’s oldest towns. The Lihula Fortress Hill has been settled since ancient times, and the stone castle built here in 1211 marks the birthplace of medieval Läänemaa. Today, the ruins offer sweeping views of the surrounding wetlands, while the manor…

by Visit Estonia

Last updated: October 29, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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3.24 km

Picnic Area with Fireplace in Matsalu National Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Official place – resting spot – to linger in the nature reserve. A viewing tower one kilometer away, but you have to cross a cow pasture.

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16.2 km

Kirbla Church and Cemetery

Highlight • Religious Site

Old Church and a graveyard.

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24.0 km

Lihula Museum

Highlight • Museum

The Lihula Museum is housed in a beautiful old manor and gives a really interesting glimpse into the history of the region. I especially liked the mix of archaeological finds …

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24.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.0 km

4.82 km

1.24 km

151 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.5 km

10.8 km

1.33 km

360 m

205 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 6 November

7°C

3°C

0 %

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Expect light wind and shifting conditions.

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Comments

November 4, 2025

Route 344 starts and ends in Lihula, one of Western Estonia’s oldest towns. The Lihula Fortress Hill has been settled since ancient times, and the stone castle built here in 1211 marks the birthplace of medieval Läänemaa. Today, the ruins offer sweeping views of the surrounding wetlands, while the manor