
Estonia
39 Estonian newspapers in the directory
Print journalism in this Baltic nation holds a strong tradition dating back to the 19th-century national awakening, now characterized by high levels of digital integration. Major national dailies include Postimees, founded in 1857 and historically conservative, and Eesti Päevaleht, a liberal publication owned by Ekspress Grupp. Õhtuleht leads the tabloid market with the highest daily circulation, while Äripäev serves as the primary financial newspaper under Bonnier ownership. A specialized Russian-language press operates alongside the primary media market to serve minority readers, supplemented by regional county papers. Paperboy indexes 39 Estonian newspapers — browse the full directory below.
Compiled by Paperboy editorial · Updated 2026-05-30
ALL NEWSPAPERS(39)
Arileht
Tallinn, Harju County
Ärileht is an Estonian business news publication based in Tallinn. As the economic news portal of the Delfi media group, it provides comprehensive coverage of domestic and international markets, finance, technology, and industry trends, serving as a primary source for Estonian commercial and financial reporting.
Aripaev
Tallinn, Harju County
Äripäev is an Estonian business daily newspaper based in Tallinn. Established in 1989, it provides comprehensive coverage of economic and financial news, investigative journalism, and market analysis. It serves as a primary source for the Estonian business community, featuring podcasts, industry-specific portals, and investment tools.
Baltiche Rundschau
Tallinn, Harju County
Serving as a cultural and political bridge for the Baltic States, this publication provides comprehensive German-language reporting on regional affairs to an international audience. It is notable for sustaining the long-standing tradition of Baltic German journalism while offering in-depth analysis of contemporary developments in Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.
Chudskoe Poberezhe
Mustvee, Jogeva County
Peipsirannik, also known as Chudskoe Poberezhe, is a regional Russian-language publication serving the Prichudye area of Estonia. Based in Mustvee, it covers local news, culture, and community affairs, with a specific focus on the Lake Peipus region and the heritage of the local Old Believer population.
Delfi
Tallinn, Harju County
As the most-visited news portal in Estonia, this digital-first platform offers comprehensive real-time coverage of domestic and international current affairs. Since its launch in 1999, it has become a central pillar of the Baltic media landscape, reaching a broad national audience through its multifaceted reporting and extensive community engagement.
Delfi
Tallinn, Harju County
As the most widely read Russian-language news portal in Estonia, this digital publication serves as a primary source of current affairs and diverse commentary for the country's Russian-speaking population. It is recognized for its extensive reach and role as a significant media bridge that provides real-time updates on local, regional, and international developments.
Delovye Vedemosti
Tallinn, Harju County
Delovye Vedemosti is a Russian-language business newspaper and news portal based in Tallinn, Estonia. As the sister publication of the Estonian financial daily Äripäev, it provides comprehensive coverage of national and international economics, business trends, financial markets, and legislative changes affecting the Baltic region.
Eesti Ekspress
Tallinn, Harju County
Eesti Ekspress is a major Estonian weekly newspaper based in Tallinn. Established in 1989, it is renowned for its investigative journalism, in-depth analysis, and experimental approach to reporting. It covers a wide range of topics, including domestic politics, social issues, international affairs, and cultural trends in Estonia.
Eesti Kirik
Tartu, Tartu County
Serving as the official weekly newspaper of the Estonian Evangelical Lutheran Church, this publication has provided religious news and theological commentary since its founding in 1923. It remains a key intellectual and spiritual resource for the Estonian Christian community, offering coverage of ecclesiastical life, cultural history, and social issues from a faith-based perspective.
Eesti Päevaleht
Tallinn, Harju County
Eesti Päevaleht is a prominent Estonian national daily newspaper based in Tallinn. Established in 1995 through a merger of historic titles, it provides comprehensive coverage of domestic politics, business, and social issues. Now part of the Delfi news portal, it is recognized for its analytical reporting and influential editorials.
Ehitusuutised
Tallinn, Harju County
Ehitusuudised is an Estonian business news publication based in Tallinn that focuses on the construction industry. It provides in-depth coverage of real estate developments, infrastructure projects, and the building materials sector. Part of the Äripäev media group, it serves as a primary information source for industry professionals.
Estonian Free Press
Tallinn, Harju County
Serving as a digital English-language news source based in Tallinn, this publication provides international readers with comprehensive coverage of political, social, and cultural developments within Estonia. It is notable for bridging the information gap for the expatriate community and global observers by offering independent reporting on Baltic affairs.
Harju Elu
Harju, Hiiu County
Harju Elu is a regional newspaper based in Estonia, specifically serving the Harju County area. Founded in 1944, it provides comprehensive coverage of local news, politics, community events, and cultural developments. It serves as a vital information source for the residents of Estonia's most populous and diverse county.
Hiiu Leht
Kardla, Hiiu County
Serving as the primary source of news for Hiiumaa island, this publication chronicles local events, community developments, and regional issues for the island's residents. It is notable for its long-standing role as a vital information bridge for the Hiiumaa population, maintaining a deep-rooted connection to the island's cultural and political life.
Jarva Teataje
Paide, Jarva
Järva Teataja is an Estonian regional newspaper based in Paide, serving Järva County. It provides comprehensive local news coverage, including municipal politics, community events, and culture. Part of the Postimees Group, it has been a significant source of information for the region since its founding in 1926.
Krengolmsky Prospekt
Narva, Ida-Viru County
Prospekt is a Russian-language local newspaper based in Narva, Estonia. It covers news from the border city and the surrounding Ida-Viru County, focusing on local politics, social issues, and culture. It serves as a primary news source for the Russian-speaking population in the region.
Kuulutatje
Rakvere, Laane-Viru County
Kuulutaja is a weekly newspaper based in Rakvere, serving the Lääne-Virumaa region of Estonia. As a free publication with a large circulation, it provides local news, community updates, agricultural stories, and cultural reviews, functioning as a primary information source for residents in Northern Estonia.
Laane Elu
Haapsalu, Laane County
Lääne Elu is a regional Estonian newspaper based in Haapsalu, serving Lääne County since 1989. It provides comprehensive local news coverage, including politics, economy, culture, and sports in municipalities such as Lääne-Nigula and Vormsi. The publication serves as a primary news source for the Western Estonian region.
Lunaleht
Voru, Voru County
LõunaLeht is an Estonian regional newspaper based in Võru. It provides comprehensive news coverage for the South Estonia region, including Võru, Valga, and Põlva counties. The publication focuses on local politics, community events, sports, and cultural developments, serving as a primary information source for the regional population.
Maaleht
Tallinn, Harju County
Maaleht is an Estonian weekly newspaper based in Tallinn. Established in 1987, it is one of the country's most widely read publications, focusing on rural life, agriculture, and community news. It provides in-depth coverage of regional issues, gardening, and cultural topics relevant to readers across Estonia.
Meiemaa
Kuressaare, Saare County
Meie Maa is an Estonian regional newspaper based in Kuressaare, serving the Saare County region. It provides comprehensive coverage of local politics, community events, and cultural news relevant to the residents of Saaremaa and Hiiumaa islands, while also reporting on significant national developments.
Narvskaya Gazetta
Narva, Ida-Viru County
Narvskaya Gazeta is a Russian-language regional newspaper based in Narva, Estonia. It provides comprehensive local news coverage, including politics, culture, social issues, and sports within the Narva and Ida-Viru County regions. The publication serves as a primary information source for the local Russian-speaking community.
Nelli Teataja
Tallinn, Harju County
Established in 1993, this weekly newspaper caters to a broad Estonian audience with a distinct editorial focus on human-interest stories, investigative reports, and paranormal or unconventional topics. It serves as a long-standing fixture in the local media landscape, known for blending sensationalist reporting with traditional investigative journalism.
Ohtuleht
Tallinn, Harju County
Õhtuleht is a prominent Estonian daily newspaper based in Tallinn. Known for its tabloid style, it provides extensive coverage of domestic news, entertainment, sports, and human-interest stories. It is one of the most widely read publications in Estonia, offering a mix of sensational headlines and investigative reporting.
Parnu Postimees
Parnu, Parnu County
Pärnu Postimees is a major regional daily newspaper based in Pärnu, Estonia. Serving as part of the Postimees Group, it provides comprehensive coverage of local news, politics, sports, and cultural events within Pärnu County. The publication is a key source for regional information and community developments.
Pohjarannik
Kohtla-Jarve, Ida-Viru County
Serving as the primary regional newspaper for Ida-Viru County, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of local political, economic, and social developments in both Estonian and Russian. Established in 1944, it remains a vital source of information for the region's diverse population, bridging the gap between local community concerns and national issues.
Postimees
Tallinn, Harju County
Established in 1857, this publication stands as Estonia's oldest and most influential daily newspaper, serving as a primary source of news for the nation's Estonian-speaking population. It maintains a broad editorial focus that combines in-depth political reporting and investigative journalism with comprehensive coverage of domestic and international affairs.
Raplamaa Sonumid
Rapla, Rapla County
Raplamaa Sõnumid is a regional newspaper based in Rapla, Estonia. It serves the Rapla County area, providing local news, community updates, and coverage of regional events. The publication focuses on the social, cultural, and political life of the county, acting as a primary source of information for its local readership.
Saarte Haal
Kuressaare, Saare County
Saarte Hääl is an Estonian regional newspaper based in Kuressaare, serving the islands of Saaremaa and Muhu. Founded in 2006, it covers local politics, community news, culture, and economy. The publication provides in-depth reporting on regional developments and serves as a vital information source for the island residents.
Sakala
Viljandi, Viljandi County
Sakala is a regional Estonian newspaper based in the city of Viljandi. Established originally in 1878, it focuses on reporting local news, community developments, and cultural events within Viljandi County. As part of the Postimees Group, it provides comprehensive coverage of regional politics, economy, and sports.
Setomaa
Polva, Polva County
This regional publication serves as the primary news source for the Seto community, dedicated to preserving and promoting the unique Seto language and cultural heritage. Published in Põlva, it provides essential coverage of local governance, social issues, and traditions specific to the historic Setomaa region.
Severenoje Poborezje
Kohtla-Jarve, Ida-Viru County
Serving as the primary Russian-language voice in the Ida-Viru County region, this publication provides essential local news and analysis to Kohtla-Järve’s predominantly Russian-speaking community. It remains a key component of the regional media landscape, offering a vital link for residents to stay informed about local governance, social issues, and community affairs in Northeastern Estonia.
Sillamaesky Vestnik
Sillamae, Ida-Viru County
Sillamaesky Vestnik is a regional Russian-language newspaper serving the town of Sillamäe in northeastern Estonia. Established as a local municipal publication, it covers community news, local government decisions, cultural events, and social issues pertinent to the predominantly Russian-speaking population of the industrial coastal city.
SIRP
Tallinn, Harju County
Established in 1940, this influential weekly publication serves as Estonia’s primary forum for cultural criticism, literature, and social discourse. It is highly regarded for its intellectual depth and remains a vital platform for shaping the country's artistic and political landscape.
Sonomitooja
Kiiu, Harju County
Sõnumitooja is an Estonian weekly regional newspaper covering the East Harju region, including the municipalities of Anija, Kuusalu, and Raasiku, and the town of Loksa. Founded in 1994 and based in Kiiu, it provides local news, community announcements, sports coverage, and cultural updates for its readers.
Umaa Leht
Voru, Voru County
Serving as a vital cultural touchstone for the Võro community in southeastern Estonia, this publication is notable for being the only newspaper written primarily in the Võro language. It preserves regional identity by focusing on local news, traditional customs, and the promotion of the indigenous linguistic heritage of the historical Võru County.
Virumaa Teataja
Rakvere, Laane-Viru County
Virumaa Teataja is an Estonian regional newspaper based in Rakvere, serving the Lääne-Virumaa county. Established in 1925, the publication provides comprehensive coverage of local news, politics, culture, and sports. It is currently part of the Postimees Group, maintaining its role as a primary information source for the region.
Vooremaa
Jogeva, Jogeva County
Serving as the regional voice for Jõgeva County, this long-standing publication provides comprehensive coverage of local political, social, and cultural developments. It remains a vital source of information for the community, preserving a tradition of journalism that connects residents through reporting on events across the region.
Vorumaa Teataja
Voru, Voru County
Serving as the primary regional news outlet for Võru County, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of local politics, community events, and social issues for the residents of southeastern Estonia. Established in 1913, it remains a vital source of information for the local population, maintaining a long-standing tradition of documenting the region's cultural and historical developments.
