 Ruhnu (Ringsu) : Profile
This isolated island, sitting in the Gulf of Riga is now settled by Estonians, but prior to 1944, its population was ethnic Swedes. There is an interesting wooden church dated 1644.
Position 57°46.8'N, 23°163'E.
Clearance is available here.
Immigration and Customs
VHF Channel 16
Contact by VHF radio.
Services are limited, but there is a village store, medical services and a post office. Cycles can be hired and there is internet access and a cafe.
Wreck has been removed from starboard side of harbour.
The inner harbour has been dredged and pontoons for about 20 yachts are in place. There are also less sheltered berths alongside the quay opposite the ferry berth.
A useful harbour map
Last updated August 2009.
Ruhnu sadam
Ruhnu, Ruhnu vald, 93001, Saare maakond, +372 453 3815 / Mob. +372 509 6239
Tel: (+372 45) 33815 , VHF Channel 16 "Ruhnu sadam"
ruhnu@saarteliinid.ee
Good shelter. Water, electricity, toilets and showers. Channel markers are illuminated during dusk only and entry at night is not advised and it can also be difficult in strong on shore winds. Depth in the harbour is 2.5m. There are moorings in slips or alongside the quay.
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