Skiing and Snowboarding in Estonia 2026

Even though Estonia doesn't have the highest mountains you can still enjoy some active winter sports here

Best time: January–March

Since Estonia is rather flat, it's an ideal destination for beginners and intermediates. Otepää and Võrumaa are popular destinations for skiing enthusiasts visiting Estonia. Otepää, a South Estonian town, is famous for being the country's ski capital, while Kuutsemäe, Väike-Munamägi, and Ansomägi are other well-known resorts. Kütiorg, located at Võrumaa's Haanja Nature Park, offers well-lit ski tracks that cater to all levels of skiers, whether beginners or experts.

Best time for skiing and snowboarding in Estonia

January to March is the ideal period to go skiing in Estonia since it's when the snow is at its highest. The ski resorts are operational during this time, with well-lit ski tracks that remain open till late hours. The winter temperature ranges between 26.6°F (-3°C) and (19.4°F) -7°C, which is quite favorable for individuals interested in skiing or snowboarding activities.

Kuutsemäe Ski Resort

The main ski resorts in Otepää and Võrumaa offer well-lit ski tracks till the late hours. Otepää, in the South, is the ski capital of Estonia. There are plenty of child-friendly slopes and facilities. Kuutsemäe offers various levels of difficulty. Runs range from 702 feet (214 meters) to 1,686 feet (514 meters) in length.

Visitors can enjoy seven illuminated slopes with varying levels of difficulty, a dedicated children's slope, a snowboarding and skiing park, and BagJump for adventurous fun. Skiing and snowboarding lessons are available, along with a mountain equipment rental service. For families, there is also a free skiing school for children, ensuring a memorable experience for all.

Operating Hours

The resort is open from November 24 to March 31, from Monday to Tuesday from 11 am to 7 pm, on Friday from 11 am to 8 pm, on Saturday from 10 am to 7 pm, and on Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm.

Väike-Munamäe Ski Resort

Väike-Munamäe Ski Resort, also known as Munakas, offers a variety of slopes that cater to both experienced athletes and beginners looking to improve their skills. Väike-Munamägi has the longest run at 1,476 ft (450 m). Visitors can find two hills equipped with T-bar lifts, as well as a hill specifically for children. In addition to skiing, the resort provides equipment rental, ski services, and dining at the Munaka Resto. Väike-Munamäe Ski Resort tickets are also valid at Kuutsemäe Ski Resort. Munakas is located 15 minutes from Kuutsemäe and 30 minutes from Tartu.

Other Resorts

Kütiorg, which lies on the edge of Haanja Nature Park in Võrumaa, has 5 lit slopes appropriate for everyone. Ansomägi, only 1 km from Otepää, also has 5 lit slopes of different difficulty levels.