lauste

Lauste is a village in Estonia. It is located in Pärnu County, within the municipality of Tori Parish. The village sits in the southwestern part of the country, in a predominantly rural landscape that includes fields, forests, and small streams. The local economy is largely agricultural, with residents engaged in farming and related activities, and some commuting to nearby towns for work and services. In terms of administration, Lauste is governed as part of Tori Parish, a municipal unit created during Estonia’s 2017 administrative reform that redefined many county borders and local governments.

The name Lauste is of Estonian origin and is used specifically for this settlement in Estonia. In broader use, Lauste may also be encountered as a surname in Estonian or Finnish contexts, though the article is primarily focused on the village.