Description:

In 2008, two wrecks of ancient ships were discovered in Salme. These are the oldest shipwrecks found in Estonia that date back to the 8th century. Inside the ships there were the remains of seven people, two swords, a couple of spear heads, about ten knives, some gaming pieces and some dice. This find is unique in entire Europe, because never before has anyone discovered a so-called warrior burial dating from that period and containing so many fallen warriors. The ancient ships were covered with soil again, after the research was completed. Today, a row of concrete benches indicates the size of the ships and an information stand introduces the site. There is no special hiking route in the area, but as the road is covered with asphalt, it is accessible for people in wheelchairs.

Closest accessible toilet is in Kuressaare (from July 2021 will be in Salme Coop Shop).

How to get there (by car): take the Kuressaare-Sääre motorway nr 77. After 17 km  there is a sign indicating to the object on your right.

How to get there (by bus): take a bus from Kuressaare Bus Station to Salme village.