Wikiwand AI

Port of Pärnu

Port in Pärnu, Estonia From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Port of Pärnu (Estonian: Pärnu sadam) is a port in Pärnu, Estonia. The port is located on both side of Pärnu River.[1]

CountryEstonia
LocationPärnu
Coordinates58°23′00″N 24°28′48″E
OperatedbyAS Pärnu Sadam
Quick facts Location, Country ...
Port of Pärnu
Port of Pärnu
Interactive map of Port of Pärnu
Location
CountryEstonia
LocationPärnu
Coordinates58°23′00″N 24°28′48″E
Details
Operated byAS Pärnu Sadam
Statistics
Website
parnusadam.eu
Close

The first mention of the port dates back in 13th century.[1] The flourishing of port started at the end of 18th century and at the beginning of 19th century. The main exports of the port being timber and flax.[1]

In modern times, the port has regular cruises between Kihnu and Ruhnu.[1]

Mole of Pärnu

To protect the port area, the Mole of Pärnu (Pärnu Breakwaters) was built. The total length of two breakwaters is 5 km. The breakwaters were built in 1863–1864.[2][3]

See also

References

Related Articles

Timelines

Top Qs

Fact Checks