Pühalepa

Pühalepa is a village on the island of Hiiumaa in western Estonia. It is part of Hiiumaa Parish, Hiiumaa County, and lies within the rural, maritime landscape that characterizes Hiiumaa, featuring a mix of fields, forests, and small settlements.

Historically, Pühalepa served as the administrative center of the former Pühalepa Parish. After the 2017 Estonian administrative reform, the parish was merged into the larger Hiiumaa Parish, and Pühalepa became part of the consolidated municipality.

The village has a small population and forms part of Hiiumaa’s network of rural settlements that contribute to the island’s agricultural and cultural life. Its character reflects the traditional Estonian rural lifestyle found across Hiiumaa, with local activities centered on countryside living, forestry, and small-scale agriculture.

In terms of notable sites, Pühalepa is associated with the region’s historical religious and cultural heritage, reflecting Hiiumaa’s broader architectural and cultural traditions. The village serves as a point of access for visitors exploring the northern and western parts of the island and is connected to Kärdla and other Hiiumaa communities by regional roads, with local services and transport links supporting residents and guests.