In Piirissaare, an island located between Lake Peipus and Lake Lämmijärv, local residents are improvising by using self-created ice roads for transportation across the frozen lake. Due to the small winter population of about 30, compared to nearly 200 in summer, the local government has decided against establishing an official ice road. Instead, community members can use hovercraft services or the improvised icy pathways to move from the island to the mainland, specifically Laaksaare port.

The local government has put in place a scheduled hovercraft service through the public transport center for winter travel, ensuring that even with a reduced number of residents, some level of connectivity is maintained. Jarno Laur, the mayor of Tartu municipality, noted that while hovercraft trips are officially scheduled, residents have also adapted by using light vehicles to navigate the harsh winter conditions. Additionally, marked ice paths are available for those with ATVs and snowmobiles, providing alternate routes to traverse the frozen landscape.

While the idea of creating an official ice road to Piirissaare has been discussed in the past, the current strategy reflects a reliance on the natural ice routes that have formed. This solution is practical given the community's needs, though it does raise questions about safety and accessibility during the winter months. The local government continues to assess the situation to ensure that residents have adequate means to travel despite the seasonal changes.