
Kaali
KAALI Meteorite Crater and the Museum. Saaremaa island, Estonia
Kaali village is located on the island of Saaremaa in Estonia, and it is known for its meteorite crater field. The village is home to two main attractions: the Kaali Meteorite Crater Field and the KAALI Meteorite Museum together with KAALI Tavern & Hotel.
The Kaali Meteorite Crater Field is a unique geological site with a group of nine meteorite craters, the largest of which is 110 meters wide and 22 meters deep. The site is popular with tourists who come to see the craters and learn about the history of the meteorite impact.
The approximate time of the Kaali meteorite fall is 7500-7600 years ago. The meteorite fall caused big damages on already inhabited Saaremaa and has been compared to the explosion of the atomic bomb. At the height of 5-10 km from the ground, the meteorite fell apart and came down in pieces. The biggest piece created a big crater with a diameter of 110 m and a depth of 22 m, and eight smaller craters.
Around the beginning of the Common Era, a massive stone wall was built around Lake Kaali. The many findings of the bones of domestic animals give a reason to believe that it used to be a sacrificial site. The Kaali field of meteorite craters in Saaremaa is the rarest nature wonder in Estonia and of the most spectacular crater fields in Eurasia.

Visit the meteorite crater field free of charge
Open all year round
The Meteorite Museum is located near the crater field and offers visitors a chance to learn more about the history and science of meteorites. The museum displays a collection of meteorites, including fragments of the Kaali meteorite, as well as interactive exhibits and multimedia presentations. The museum is located in the same building with KAALI Tavern serving traditional Estonian food and drinks, and being a popular spot for tourists and locals alike.
Kaali village in Saaremaa Island is known for its unique geological site with a group of nine meteorite craters, which are open to visitors. The KAALI Meteorite Museum together with KAALI Tavern & Hotel are located nearby, and offer a chance to learn more about meteorites while enjoying traditional Estonian food and drinks.

Tickets: adults 1,5 €, children 1 €
Open May – September every day 09:00-20:00. October – April on request
How to reach us?
Contact:
E-mail: kaali@kylastuskeskus.ee
Phone: +372 50 50 434
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Address:
Kaali village, Pihtla municipality 94102
Saaremaa island, Estonia


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