Leppneeme Bay
Leppneeme laht · Leppneeme harbour
59°32.0'N 24°58.3'E
Depth
2–5m
Bottom
mud
Alarm Radius
75m
Holding
Good
Recommended Anchor Alarm Radius
75m
75m for good holding on mud/sand in 2–5m. Sheltered from most wind directions except E/SE. A quieter alternative to the busy Pirita/Tallinn anchorages.
About This Anchorage
Leppneeme is a small fishing community on the eastern shore of Tallinn Bay. The bay provides a sheltered anchorage well away from the busy ferry traffic and marina activity of Tallinn and Pirita. The landscape is characteristic of the Estonian coast — pine forests reaching to the water's edge, sandy beaches, and small timber summer cottages (suvilad) tucked between the trees. Leppneeme is a practical overnight anchorage for boats transiting the eastern Gulf of Finland or making a coastal passage along the Estonian north coast. The area is quiet and authentic — a genuine contrast to the tourist infrastructure of central Tallinn.
Protected From
W · NW · SW · N
Exposed To
E · SE
Anchoring Rules
- Anchoring fee
- Free anchoring
- Permit required
- No
Restrictions: Respect private shoreline properties. No fires on beach. Small fishing harbour — keep clear of active fishing operations.
Hazards
- !Open to E and SE — uncomfortable in easterly conditions
- !Shallow coastal patches — approach carefully and monitor depth
- !No facilities — self-sufficient provisioning required
Skipper's Tips
- →Excellent quiet alternative to Pirita for a peaceful overnight
- →Good swimming beach in the bay in summer — warm water July–August
- →Local fishing boats may offer fresh fish — worth enquiring
- →Easy passage point for coastal cruising east toward Loksa and Juminda Peninsula
Facilities
No facilities. Nearest provisions at Viimsi town (8km by road) or Pirita Marina (8nm by water).
Nearest provisions: Viimsi town (8nm)
Best Months & Season
Jun, Jul, Aug
June–August. Quiet anchorage for coastal passage or peaceful overnight near Tallinn.
Recommended Anchor Types
Nearby Anchorages
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