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Kiltsi Manor Park and Nature Study Trail

The Kiltsi Manor Park was originally designed as an English garden by A. J. Krusenstern. Noteworthy features include the spring of fortune that is surrounded by limestone walls, while the pond needs to be cleaned. The ruins of a 16th century watermill are visible on the opposite side of the pond…

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Helmersen rock field

Heilu rocks were first described and characterised by the Russian geologist Gregor Helmersen in 1871 and 1879. His name is also connected to rocks elsewhere in Estonia. With over 80 rocks on the 0.5 hectare plot, carried to their location by glacial ice, geologist Gregor Helmersen described the…

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Purtse Fortress Residence

The construction of the vassal fortress on the Tallinn-Narva Hwy was started by Jakob von Taube in 1533. The Purtse Fortress on the large trade and military road was seriously damaged in the Great Northern War and by the 1950s only ruins remained. In the 1980s, the renovation of the fortress was…

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Alatskivi Castle

A magical castle on the eastern border of Estonia is waiting for you! Here, you can get acquainted with the life and history of an aristocratic family and meet the various servants who worked in the manor a century ago. The tour guides of the castle know countless stories; you can also make your…

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Estonian Aviation Days

The largest outdoor aviation event welcomes aviation fans both young and old in (and up above) the territory of the Estonian Aviation Museum in Tartu county. It is possible to see parachutists, or go on a sightseeing flight. Different attractions are open, e.g. simulators, a catapult, a parachute…

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Käsmu hiking and cycling track

The Käsmu hiking and cycling track is situated in Lahemaa National Park and is 14 km long. It starts by the local chapel and ends in the car park at the other end of the village. It does a circuit of the peninsula and is designed for those who love to spend a good deal of time in the natural…

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Wittenstein Time Centre in Paide Tower

The tower on Vallimägi Hill in Paide is now home to the Wittenstein Time Centre. An elevator has taken over the role of a time machine, with displays from different eras exhibited on different floors - the days of knights, kings and stars, the period of occupation, the first Republic of Estonia…

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Altja fishing village

Altja is a typical seaside village, with all of its houses stretching along one street. The village was first mentioned in written records in 1465. The Uustalu and Toomarahva farms at Altja are typical coastal farms and have been restored by Lahemaa National Park. On the headland of Altja, you can…

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Purtse forest hill

Purtse forest hill is the highest point in the area, and is thought to have been a sacred place for ancient Estonians. A ‘memorial park for victims of evil’ was established on the hill in 1991, when an oak tree was planted on the 50th anniversary of the 1941 deportations. Today the park is full of…

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Good Food Fair

Grillfest takes place on the beautiful meadow by Vallikääru in Pärnu in June, every year. For two days, 300 caterers from Estonia and abroad serve their best fare. We have outdoor restaurants, cafés and even a pet restaurant. You can enjoy the Good Food Fair, the national fishing championships and…

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Entrance: Free of charge Takes place 06.08 - 07.08.2021

Tehvandi Sport Centre

You can see top sportsmen from all over the world training or competing in Tehvandi Sport Centre. However, in addition to professionals the centre is focussing more and more on amateur sportsmen, companies and people who want to have an active and sporty holiday or just relax. We are offering you…

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Elistvere Animal Park

The animal park, which was opened in 1997, is located on the grounds of the former Elistvere park. Native wild animals such as foxes, roe deer, a bear, lynxes, an elk, bison have settled here in conditions similar to those they experience in nature. Those interested may also visit the small…

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Kabli Nature Study Trail

On the edge of the beautiful coastal sea in Kabli, there is a 1.8 km study trail introducing diverse landscapes and habitats. The nature study trail begins at the Kabli Visitor Centre, where you will also find the Priivitsa campfire site where you can spend some lovely time. It takes about 1–2…

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Sõõriksoo nature trail

The Sõõriksoo nature trail is located in the Kõrvemaa Landscape Protection Area and is suitable for hikers who want to enjoy an easier trail. It is located right next to Aegviidu railway station, meaning you can comfortably get there by train. The boardwalk made for a wheelchair or pram is 700 m…

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Kirna Manor Café

The main building of Kirna Manor with an energetically powerful park has a café with white vaulted ceilings, which sets up to 40 people. The magnificent, feminine, lace-filled, and romantic interior is the perfect place to enjoy healthy soups, salads, snacks, and desserts. The cook has promised to…

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Hiiumaa Kärusaun

The Hiiumaa Kärusaun is a unique mobile sauna where you can enjoy the benefits of a sauna everywhere on the beautiful Hiiumaa. Bring your friends, hook the sauna to your car, and head to the sea! As a bonus, you can enjoy a beautiful view of the sea through a glass wall of the sauna. Then, you can…

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Vallimägi Open Air Centre in Rakvere

In the summer of 2020, a spectacular open-air centre on nearly seven hectares was completed in Vallimägi, Rakvere. The unique performance venue created between the slopes of Vallimägi upland has a main stage area with 4,200 seats and a forum stage with 800 seats.As there was a legendary place on…

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Pullijärve hiking trail

Located next to the community of Misso, Pullijärv is a nice place to spend some time. If you don't feel like swimming, you can hike around the lake: the 3.6-kilometer-long trail is just the right length for the whole family. The trail rises here and there too: boys used to do ski jumps from its…

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Velise nature and culture studies trail

On the trail you will find out about the cultural history of Velise. The trail covers a total distance of 70 km, but you can hike two sections measuring 30 km and 40 km. You will find more detailed descriptions of the trails here. Did you know…? *The trail is also suitable for cyclists and drivers…

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Rogosi Castle Manor in Ruusmäe

Stanislaw Rogosinsky, a native of Poland, established the Rogosi Manor. From 1629 to 1776 the manor belonged to Herman von Liebsdorff and was later given to the von Glasenapp family as Herman's daughter's dowry. From 1934, after the Glasenapp family was dispossessed of the manor, a school operates…

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Electric Fatbike Rental and Tours in Estonia

We rent electric fatbikes and organise exciting adventures with them. The advantage of a Fatbike is, above all, the ability to traverse difficult, complex, and challenging landscapes. The e-fatbike has an auxiliary motor that makes it easier to ride. This type of bicycle offers a nice physical…

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Tour of Prangli Island with a virtual tour guide

The virtual tour guide is a kit working with the Google Maps application, which introduces the attractions of Prangli. The kit is perfect for active people who want to discover the island independently. You can either walk on foot or ride a bike to explore. After the order, we will send the…

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Hotel Metsis Hunting Hall

Hotel guests, people who love good food and hunters all feel good in the Hunting Hall. The well-designed interior creates a cosy atmosphere where you can enjoy delicious and nicely presented food and warm service. The dishes made of game are the undisputed hits on the menu. Children can make their…

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Põhjaka Manor

Põhjaka Manor in Järva County houses a catering place run by the principles of national cuisine using local raw materials and offering affordable, simple and delicious dishes. There are seats for 60 visitors. Passers-by and groups travelling along the Tallinn-Tartu road are both welcome…

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Hydraulic Rams at Tindioru

A water pump powered by hydropower or a so-called hydraulic ram was designed and built by Friedrich Johanson to provide water for his farm. The pump has been operating since 1939 and pumps 5m³ of water daily into a water tank 30 m high. A hydraulic ram is a device where a water hammer effect is…

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Niitvälja Golf

Niitvälja is the home of Estonian golf, with the best conditions for both beginners and more experienced players. The 18-hole Park course is characterised by the beautiful Estonian nature, clean forests, and lots of bodies of water, which altogether guarantee a marvellous golf experience. Our…

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Valaste Waterfall – the highest in Estonia

Valaste Waterfall, located on the Ontika limestone cliff, is more than 30 m high, making it the highest waterfall in Estonia. The waterfall can be admired also from the side, whence you get a lovely view of the layers formed in 400 million years. The waterfall is most striking in spring and…

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Stroller Museum in Käru

The Stroller (käru in Estonian) Museum is located in Käru settlement in Järva County. The permanent exhibition introduces strollers through history. Individual visitors will find costumes from different areas and can take pictures in them. The museum also welcomes groups (from five people) outside…

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Pirita promenade

Pirita promenade starts from the centre of Tallinn, on the new Reidi tee, which leads past Kadriorg and the Song Festival Grounds and runs to Pirita Marina and Pirita beach. The sea views can be enjoyed on foot, roller skaters, and by bike. There are several playgrounds and sports fields. In…

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Põltsamaa Castle

Põltsamaa's stone fortress was constructed on the banks of the river in 1272. Between 1570 and 1578, the fortress was the residence of Livonia's King Magnus. Repeatedly pillaged, the castle was rebuilt by Woldemar Johann von Lauw in the 18th century as a grand rococo-style palace. The castle, and…

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Tchaikovsky's Bench in Haapsalu

The world-famous Russian composer Pjotr Tchaikovsky stayed in Haapsalu in 1867. To commemorate him, a memorial bench was erected on the Šokolaadi Promenaad, where the maestro loved to watch the sunrise from the shore and marvel the swans. Interesting to know: in Haapsalu, Tchaikovsky continued to…

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Ice Age Centre (Jääaja Keskus)

The Ice Age Centre is a theme park for the whole family – a place where one building provides an overview of the history and future of the whole universe in an entertaining way. It is a unique visiting centre in the entire Baltic region – here, you will see full-scale prehistoric animals and learn…

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Catherine II Sculpture and Catherine Alley (Katariina allee)

The sculpture of Russian Empress Catherine II (sculptor Jaak Soans) was installed on the renovated Catherine Alley in 2014. The city of Võru was established as the centre of the newly created county under the new Provincial Governance Law of 1784. Catherine II personally gave a number of orders…

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Narva Castle

Narva Castle is one of the main attractions of the city. In the seventh decade of the 13th century, the Danes established the castle as a residence for the Danish King’s Vice-regent. Narva Castle is the most diverse and best-preserved defence structure in entire Estonia. The area of the castle is…

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Nature trail in Keila-Joa Park

The 3 km long nature trail in Keila-Joa Park runs along the banks of the Keila River and through the Keila-Joa Park, where there are a number of stairs and suspension bridges. There is an information board with a map and general information at the beginning of the trail, and 8 information points…

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Estonian Road Museum

The newest part of the museum is the Machinery Hall, opened in July 2019, with the exhibition The Rule of Machines – a fascinating interactive exhibition on car mechanics and traffic physics, safe driving, and building safe roads. Outdoor exhibition Road Time is a road going through time and space…

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Sillamäe Mere puiestee (Sea Boulevard) and promenade

Mere puiestee (Sea Boulevard) is one of the pearls of Sillamäe city and the most dignified street in the city. A spectacular staircase descends from the town square to the boulevard. The staircase and Mere puiestee have become one of the symbols of the city of Sillamäe. The central element of the…

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Anija Manor

Anija Manor enchants you with simplicity! Here, you will feel the passage of time, the diversity of culture, and the charm of tastes and smells. The first records of the manor date back to the fifteenth century, the current manor house was built in the nineteenth century, and the park was…

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Koigi bog hiking trail

The largest bog in Saare County with its 4.8 km trail is perfect for hiking. The footway and wooden boardwalk covered in wood chips pass through the bog around Lake Pikkjärv. There, you will find a lovely observation platform where you can relax and have a small picnic. There is also a 9 m…

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Laiuse fortress ruins

Construction of the Laiuse fortress was launched by the Livonian Order in the late 14th century to defend its eastern borders. The first defensive structure in Estonia to be fitted with firearms, it gained its definitive appearance in the late Middle Ages. Cannon towers were added to the fortress…

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Pärnu moat

Pärnu moat is full of charm, from the well-lit promenade that winds its way around it to the romantic footbridge that spans it and the fountain that spurts up in the middle of it (which happens to be the highest in Estonia). The amphitheatre-style concert venue here is the perfect place to soak up…

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Jägala Waterfall

Jägala Waterfall is a waterfall in the lower course of the Jägala River, approximately 4 km before the river flows into the Gulf of Finland. The waterfall is approximately 8 metres high and more than 50 metres wide. It is the widest natural waterfall in Estonia. The waterfall is a peculiar sight…

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Lahemaa National Park and information point

Lahemaa National Park was founded in 1971 for the preservation, research, and introduction of the North-Estonian nature and cultural heritage, biodiversity, landscapes, national culture, and conservative natural management. It protects historical and architectural monuments, and the ecosystems of…

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Blesta rocks

The idea of the memorial comes from the Abal Order, stating that land had started to emerge from the sea after a number of catastrophes, taking place approximately 20,000 years ago. Saaremaa - the Mother Island was among the first pieces of earth, emerging from the sea 12,000 years ago. Good to…

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Estonian wine chamber at Hindreku Farm

An Estonian wine chamber is open in Hindreku Farm in Järva County, Valgma village. We focus on introducing the wines of Estonian wine producers. We offer various wines from different farms and manors. You can try them here and buy some to go. An experienced sommelier also offers wine courses. We…

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Limestone Sculptures in Paide Town

The first Paide Limestone Days were held in 1996 and by now, they have become a tradition. Artists are given natural limestone to work with and create a piece of art. The sculptures are set up in Paide Town. Good to know: The best known sculptures are Limestone Symphony and Source of Creation on…

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Kaali field of meteorite craters

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…

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Lindora Fair

Lindora village has been famous for its fairs for a long time – the first fair was held here as early as in the early 1920s. They began organising the fair on 28 October every year. At first, only domestic animals were traded. Later, industrial goods, manufactured items, handicrafts, and garden…

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III Draakon - Medieval Tavern

III Draakon, situated in the old court room of Tallinn's Town Hall, serves its visitors a hearty elk broth, six types of hearty pastries, grilled game sausages and the cheapest wine and beer on the town hall square! If you are famished, you can order a more substantial meal (a large rack of ribs…

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Avinurme Woodworking Centre

Avinurme Woodworking Centre is a tourism centre which is home to local craftsmen. It offers the widest selection of woodwork products in Estonia, including dozens of sauna and household items. You can even put your own skills to the test! The centre organises a variety of workshops, from basket…

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Valga Jaani (St John’s) Church

Jaani Church, located right in the heart of the city, was built in 1816 according to the design of architect Christoph Haberland and it is the only church in Estonia with an oval ground plan. The unique organ has been preserved in its original shape and it is the only instrument built by Friedrich…

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Kallaste cliff in Hiiu County

Kallaste cliff is a limestone outcrop, about 400 metres long and up to 10 metres tall. There is an old pine forest on the cliff, through which you can walk along the terrace. In the southern part of the cliff, there is a biohermal reef, formed from coral and other marine invertebrates. It is one…

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Kadriorg Park

Kadriorg Park is the most outstanding palatial and urban park in Estonia, covering around 70 hectares. Its construction began in 1718 on the orders of Russian tsar Peter I. Elements of park design from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries can be seen here. The most popular places for a stroll in the…

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Ruins of the Vastseliina Episcopal Castle

Vastseliina Episcopal Castle was built in 1342 on the lands of the Bishop of Tartu and it became one of the most powerful fortifications in old Livonia; it is also one of the 21 places in Southern Estonia worth discovering which are marked by a yellow National Geographic window. During the Middle…

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Valga Military Theme Park

Come and learn about the Paju Battle of the War of Independence on the site where the battle took place. Or would you like to learn more about the past and present of national defence in Estonia? The Military Theme Park includes military vehicles, armoured vehicles, a tank, a bunker of Forest…

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Main building of the University of Tartu

There is no question that the main building of the University of Tartu is one of the gems of the city. It was built between 1804 and 1809 according to the design by the architect Johann Wilhelm Krause. The opening ceremony of the building was held on 3 July 1809. All important events in the life of…

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Valaste hiking and study trail

Valaste hiking and study trail runs along the Ontika Landscape Protection Area and its total length is 1.5 km. 700 metres of the trail runs in a cliff forest and a scree with a boardwalk. In addition, there is about 55 metres of descent and just as many metres of ascent. There are 22 information…

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Viking Line Night Run Estonia

ight Run Estonia is the most distinguished running event in the Baltic region. A running festival which focuses on the experience itself and simply exercising, not the result. The aim of the series is to promote regular physical exercise in the Viru County region and provide motivational…

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Restaurant Ugandi Resto

For 19 years, our mission has been to make every guest feel at least a little bit happier when they leave our restaurant. Ugandi Resto is a cosy restaurant with delicious food, pleasant service, and stylish interiors. In our dishes, we use fresh, high-quality, and preferably domestic raw…

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Olustvere Manor Park

Olustvere Manor Park is a perfect place for a family walk or picnic. Animals lovers are greeted by horses, goats, alpacas, and many others. The ponds and small bridges create a pleasant atmosphere for getting to know the local ducks and admiring the underwater world. Different halls offer…

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Purekkari Cape

Purekkari cape is the northernmost place of mainland Estonia. The cape is 1.5 km long, covered with rocks and boulders, and located on the Pärispea Peninsula in Lahemaa National Park. There is a small island at the end of the cape, which can be reached only when the water level is low. Thorny…

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Upside Down House

What to do with your family, children, friends, guests, or colleagues in Tartu? Are you looking for new experiences and great photos? You have come to the right place! The Upside Down House is an exciting and dizzying experience where all of this is possible. The Upside Down House has furniture, a…

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RMK Nohipalo study trail

The Nohipalo study trail is an interesting and educational hiking trail. There are 16 information boards on the three-kilometre trail, which give a good overview of hunting and forestry. The diversity of the nature makes the trail exciting – boreo-nemoral forests, eskers, and heath forests, where…

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Betti Alver Museum

The museum is housed in Betti Alver’s home next to the Jõgeva railway station. The museum gives an overview of Betti Alver’s life and works, also perpetuates the memory of Alo Mattiisen and acquaints visitors with the historic and cultural heritage of Jõgeva.

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Vihula manor

The first written record of Vihula manor in Lahemaa National Park dates back to 1501. At the time it belonged to the Danish baron Hans von Lode. Later, the manor was damaged by fire during the Great Northern War, after which it was purchased by the Wekebros who bequeathed it to their daughter's…

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Ridali Flight Club - glider and small plane flights

Ridali Flight Club is the largest flight club in Estonia engaged in gliding. Situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty, it has a 1200 m long and 60 m wide certified airstrip for small planes which is open from April to October. You can try flying with experienced instructors in two-seater…

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Palivere hiking trails

There are ski and hiking trails of different lengths and degrees of difficulty in Palivere. In winter, children can enjoy sledding on Palivere slopes. The trails – which are 1, 2, 3, 5, 9, 25 and 35 km in length – can be used at different times of year for skiing, running, cycling, Nordic walking…

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Üügu bluff

The north-eastern coast of Muhumaa is bordered by various bluffs. Üügu bluff, which is about 300 m long, is the premier example among them. The bluff is located somewhat inland from the shore but the sea has had a long enduring effect on it over the past millennia and has hollowed out the slate in…

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Tour of Russian history in Haapsalu

For the last one and a half century, Haapsalu has been seen as a resort, where Russian royalty and cultural figures have spent their summers and taken mud baths. A railway station was built in the summer holiday spot of the Russian imperial family and nobles, where the Railway and Communications…

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Siiraku fish and farm shop

A small fish and farm shop on the shore of Lake Peipus offers a wide range of smoked and fresh fish and fish products to its customers. In addition, we sell vegetables from local farmers and products made from them. We bake rye bread and make homemade pies. We also sell tap beer, homemade kali (a…

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AHHAA Science Centre

Want to surprise yourself? The AHHAA Science Centre offers science, excitement, adventure, and fun for everyone. Our centre is an attractive learning environment in which you are bound to learn something new. The majority of our exhibits are 'hands-on', so you can try everything yourself, whether…

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Äkkeküla sports and recreation area in Narva

The Narva Äkkeküla Sports and Recreation Area offers its visitors activities in summer and winter. The illuminated health trails in pine and hazel forests are perfect for skiing or Nordic walking, running, and cycling. Experienced cyclists can try out our MTB extreme trail. Sports equipment can…

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Smartovkas and murals – discover the Tartu open-air city gallery

The city of Tartu participates in the SmartEnCity project, within the framework of which the khrushchyovkas built in the 1960s are turned into energy-efficient and environmentally friendly apartment buildings – 'Smartovkas'. In addition to the renovation, the buildings have also been given a…

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Orjaku study trail

Orjaku study trail runs mainly on the shore of the Gulf of Käina. The avifauna of the Gulf of Käina, which consists of 192 species, is interesting and biodiverse. In the autumn, 10–15 thousand water and coastal birds stop on the Gulf. The trail consists of a longer, Orjaku (3 km), and a shorter…

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Pärnu Market

You will find excellent fresh food, both Estonian and exotic, on the Pärnu market. Here, you can buy seasonal fruit for a tasty snack or everything you need for a dinner. Go and buy some seasonal strawberries, raspberries, peas, apples, pears, tomatoes, potatoes, etc! Honey and dairy products are…

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Sookalduse daffodil field

The field of naturally growing daffodils, which is unique in the Baltic states, can be found in the Vara rural municipality. Yellow daffodils are rare in the wild and the daffodil field in Sookalduse is a rarity that has been taken under conservation. The daffodils originate from the bulb that…

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Estonian National Museum

The largest museum in Estonia (nearly 6,000 m² of exhibition space) invites you to discover the everyday life of Estonians throughout history at the permanent exhibition ‘Encounters’ and to learn about the life of the Finno-Ugric peoples in the permanent exhibition ‘Echo of the Urals’. The museum…

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Tallinn Gate

Tallinn gate is the only surviving 17th century gate with an embankment in the Baltic Countries; until 1710, it was known as Carl Gustav (the King's) Gate. From the gate, a bridge led across the trench to a postal road to Tallinn. The author of the gate is probably Erik Dahlberg; he constructed…

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Lake Viti hiking trail and observation tower

The Lake Viti hiking trail is 2.5 km long and has both highs and lows. The information boards provide information about the forests of Vitipalu, the woodpeckers living there, the nesting places of bark beetles, and the ant kingdom. The trail includes a hiking hut, a 20 m high wooden observation…

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Agusalu Bike Trail

The Agusalu Bike Trail is a track runs along the Alutaguse National Park in Ida-Viru County. The total length of the trail is 38 km . Bike trail starts and ends at the Iisaku Nature Center and runs along the Iisaku-Varesmetsa-Imatu-Vaikla road,where there are alternately forest and gravel roads…

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Valaste café

Valaste café is located on top of a cliff by the Valaste waterfall, the tallest in Estonia. Seating 24, it is open to visitors 24 hours a day and offers fast food and snacks. In summer you can enjoy the view from the terrace, which seats 56.

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Selisoo hiking trail

Selisoo is a bog dotted with pine trees, hollows and pools. There is a small (empty) cabin on the shores of Lake Seli where you can seek shelter from the rain or, if you wish, spend the night. You can camp or picnic at the start and end point of the hiking trail in the marked areas. The boardwalk…

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Fishing Village boat hire on the banks of the Sauga River. Come fishing or simply on a boat trip!

Boat hire owns 12 boats and a canoe. In addition to boats, we rent out petrol and electric engines. We are located on the banks of the Sauga River about 15 minutes from the Pärnu Bay. You can use the boats for a boat trip or fishing. For fishing, we also have separate boats with fishing gear. The…

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Tartu Toy Museum

Tartu Toy Museum, situated in the Old Town of Tartu, takes adults back to the brighter days of their childhood and offers children plenty of interesting things to see and do. The permanent exhibition displays toys that Estonian children have played with throughout the years. Artist-made dolls…

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Kallaste outcrop

The longest Devonian sandstone outcrop in Estonia is located in Kallaste. The measurements done in 2001 show that the outcrop is about 930 metres long. The maximum height of the outcrop is 8 metres. Starting from the south side of the town and moving towards the central square, you can see 11…

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Palmse Manor and Open-Air Museum

Palmse Manor is one of the grandest baroque mansions in Estonia. The mansion and open-air museum were the first fully restored manor complex in the country. They are surrounded by the beautiful natural environment of Lahemaa National Park and provide an overview of Estonian manor life and…

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Teepee sauna at Jõe Holiday Farm

The Indian village, located in Vändra forest in Pärnu County, is situated on the shores of the beautiful Massu River. Enjoy the feel of the past in modern comfort with your friends in four unique teepees. Visiting a teepee sauna, with a fresh sauna whisk and a refreshing swim in the pond, is an…

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Sääretirp

This unusual name marks the location of a unique headland. You know you are close to the destination if you see the statue of Leigri, a hero of Hiiu County. The esker runs from north-east to south-west. Its higher parts are covered with vegetation but become a beach full of pebbles. Unique trees…

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Gulf `Tagalaht` and birdwatching tower in Haapsalu promenade

For most of the year the Gulf Tagalaht in Haapsalu is an exciting place for birdwatching. There is no need to leave town, simply visit the 15-metre high birdwatching tower on the Promenade. When visiting the tower you will get a full overview of birdlife in the area between Haapsalu and Noarootsi…

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Tallinn Zoo

Tallinn Zoo has the most exciting collection of animals in the Nordic countries! It is home to giant elephants and rhinos, dangerous predators, monkeys, polar bears, and many other exotic species. Tallinn Zoo has one of the best exhibits of ibexes and mountain sheep in the world. By visiting the…

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MyGames contactless tennis court

Pärnu's first self-service tennis court is unique in Estonia. The court can be booked from the MyGames mobile app and web browser. To access the court, a unique code will be created for you, which will open the gate and turn on the court lighting, allowing you to play tennis even in the evening…

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Paluküla Hiiemäe health tracks in the Rapla County

You can have an active holiday on health tracks that are located in the Kõnnumaa landscape protection area. The local nature is beautiful, unique and rich in species. Here, you are going to find 2 km, 3 km and 5 km tracks, where you can run, cycle or ski, depending on the season. Additionally, the…

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Pedeli Light Traffic Track

The Pedeli River and the light traffic track that runs parallel to the river unite and also separate two countries and two cities. In Valga-Valka, you can walk from one country to another almost without noticing it. Take some time out and compare the flora, fauna and landscapes of Estonia and…

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Health track of the Rapla Vesiroosi Health Park

900 m of Vesiroosi health track is lit. The natural training track is 2.2 km long. Here, you can go Nordic walking or practice riding a mountain bike. The beginning and end of the track is next to the car park of the Rapla Vesiroosi Upper Secondary School. It has a great sledding hill for children…

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Käsmu captains’ village

The earliest written records of a village in Käsmu date from 1453. It was home to a maritime school, and virtually every family had its captain or coxswain. That is why Käsmu was known as the “captains’ village”. Today it is popular place for summer holidays and hosting events. You can rest and…

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Hüpassaare Study Trail

The 5-kilometre long Hüpassaare hiking trail winds through stunning forest to the Kuresoo bog. The trail starts at a campfire site, where it is possible to grill and camp. The boardwalk passes through a landscape of unique, oval-shaped bog pools to a viewing platform where you can rest your legs…

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Rapla River promenade

This promenade, which winds its way along the banks of the Keila River, is a favourite spot among walkers. On one side it is bordered by the Vigala River, and on the other by the Maarja-Magdaleena church park. Did you know…? *You can picnic on the promenade, and even share some of your lunch with…

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Night Run Estonia

ight Run Estonia is the most distinguished running event in the Baltic region. A running festival which focuses on the experience itself and simply exercising, not the result. The aim of the series is to promote regular physical exercise in the Viru County region and provide motivational…

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Võru Central Square

The central square of Võru, dedicated to the centenary of the Republic of Estonia, is special for its urban furniture. The Estonian word for furniture, mööbel, comes from the Latin word mobilis – mobile. The central square is constantly changing, it has the face of an event – it can be a fairground…

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Mäetaguse Manor

The manor was first mentioned in 1542 and the first landlord was Peter von Tiesenhausen. In 1617, Tuwe Bremen became the owner of the manor, after that, the Wrangels, and then, the Ungern-Sternbergs. In 1736, Otto Fabian von Rosen became the owner of the manor. Otto was the Councillor of Livonia…

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Kütimäe cemetery

The Kütimäe cemetery was founded in 1872 by the owners of Rutikvere Manor, the Pistohlkorses. As the German cemetery in Põltsamaa lacked enough space, the landlords had to establish a private cemetery. To build it, the farmers had to make an artificial mound in Kütimäe. According to legend, this…

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Ingatsi Nature Study Trail

The 3 km Ingatsi nature study trail starts at Karuskose before winding its way through the forest to the Kuresoo bog - which, at 8 metres, is Europe's highest. The viewing platform offers beautiful views over the bog landscape, including the surrounding Toonoja forests. The boardwalk then continues…

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Birdwatching at cape Põõsaspea

Põõsaspea promontory is located opposite from the island of Osmussaar and is the north-western-most promontory of the Estonian mainland. Its rocky ridge reaches far into the sea towards Osmussaar. Põõsaspea promontory is one of the best places in Northern Europe for observing the migration of…

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Esna Gallery

An environment where great deeds come together. Esna Gallery is a modern venue for exhibitions and cultural events opened in the spring of 2019 in the former shop building of the historic Esna railway settlement. The permanent exhibition of Esna Gallery has the works of the best contemporary…

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Birdwatching in Põlva County with a guide

Would you like to know more about nature? When was the last time you tried something new and put yourself to the test? Are you interested in birds but do not have binoculars? I, Liisi, will be your guide for exploring the exciting secret forests of South Estonia. Estonian nature offers something…

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Narva Bastions

In the 17th century, Narva was a city on the border between Sweden and Russia, which Sweden wanted to turn into a regional capital. The designer of the defence fortifications was a military engineer and architect Erik Dahlberg. A total of seven bastions were built on his initiative: Honor, Gloria…

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Disc golf in Paluküla

The disc golf park that is located near Paluküla Hiiemägi has 18 courses of various lengths. The total length of the courses is 1.8 km. Disc golf is mostly played in the summer, but this fun sport is suitable during other seasons as well. Pack some plates and your picnic basket and spend a fun day…

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Walk on the Haapsalu Promenade

Take a walk on the Haapsalu Promenade, which starts by the Läänemaa Museum and ends by the Aibolands Museum. During the walk, which lasts for more than an hour, you will learn about the history of the Promenade and the main sights of Haapsalu, such as the Kuursaal, Päikesekell (Sundial), and…

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Africa Beach and Promenade

The splendour of Haapsalu, the famous Czarist era resort, is recalled by the seafront Promenade and its jewel -- the Assembly Hall with its wooden “gingerbread”. Walk on the sloping promenade and glance dreamily at the sea; check the time at the sundial and have a rest on the bench named for the…

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Tõrva Central Square

At Tõrva Central Square, the priority is given to pedestrian comfort and leisure facilities. Spread over almost 13,000 square meters, Tõrva Central Square has most of the space on the footpaths and activity grounds. Landscaping was carried out on 5,000 square metres and almost 2,000 trees and…

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Viru Folk – The Slavic Year

The family festival Viru Folk has offered experiences of Nordic music for 13 years. The culture of many Nordic countries has been introduced, with a focus on one region or people each year. This time, the festival will focus on the culture of the East Slavic peoples, including their music, cinema…

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Entrance: 65.9 € Takes place 06.08 - 08.08.2021

Mehikoorma footpath and beach promenade

In the area between Mehikoorma Port and the lighthouse, a circular footpath with three different solutions has been built at different heights, so that visitors could enjoy the charms of Lake Peipus and get acquainted with the natural environment there. The roads are arranged so that the user can…

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Birdwatching tower in the Räpina polder conservation area

The tower on Räpina beach, completed in 2020, is located in the Räpina polder conservation area near Räpina harbour. The 18-metre-high tower consists of three platforms and three observation platforms. The highest extended part provides better visibility to the polder conservation area, shore area…

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Rapla Maarja-Magdaleena Church

This Rapla church is the only rural church with two towers in Estonia. The New Roman style building that was consecrated in 1901 was designed by Baltic German architect Rudolf von Engelhardt, and is one of the purest examples of this style in Estonia. Interesting facts: The pulpit and altar were…

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Hiking trails of Holstre-Polli Recreation Centre

Holstre-Polli is a recreation centre with wonderful topography that is located in Loodi Nature Park and known for its ski and hiking trails: a total of 15 km trails are separated into 2, 5, 7, and 10 km long trails that begin and end by the centre. The tracks are up to 8 m wide, mowed, and easily…

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Otepää Central Square

In the summer of 2020, the Otepää Central Square and Flag Square dedicated to the Estonian tricolour got a new look. The Central Square is illustrated by Bruno Kadak's bronze sculpture – the fountain 'Fun Ott'. There is a well-known belief around the world that throwing a coin in a fountain brings…

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Taagepera Castle

Taagepera Castle is a special place – it is a mixture of elegant and rustic milieus, history, and the present. Baron Hugo von Stryk had the impressive art nouveau castle built as a home for himself more than a hundred years ago. The renewed castle complex is a unique conservation area with an art…

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Estonian Open Air Museum

Just a 15-minute drive from the centre of Tallinn, you will find a wonderful place – the Estonian Open Air Museum, showcasing the country's rural architecture and way of life. The 14 farms in the museum provide an overview of how families from different strata of society lived in the 18–20th…

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Ontika Limestone cliff

This is the location of Estonia’s highest limestone cliff, the Ontika cliff. Approximately 55 metres high - the cliffs are almost like a stone book, opening to the viewer to reveal the layers of its various eras. A nearby observation platform, built close to the Valaste Waterfall, is the best…

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Lake Verijärv nature studies trail

Lake Verijärv nature studies trail is around 1 km long and has 9 information boards showcasing plants, trees, bushes, birds and animals. The trail runs through the Lake Verijärv ancient valley and wood. There are signs along the trail as well as three barbecue areas with benches. There are various…

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Hiking trail around Lake Viljandi

The Lake Viljandi hiking trail begins by the Viljandi stadium. The trail is 13.5 km long and it can be passed both on foot and on a bicycle. On the trail you will have breathtaking views to Lake Viljandi (from Huntaugu and Järveotsa) and to the town of Viljandi across the lake (from mount Viiratsi).

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Sagadi Manor

Manor complex is located in Lahemaa National Park. The history of manor dates back for 500 years. For the time being Sagadi has become the centre of tourism and natural and cultural education. The complex is extraordinary for its unity: lots of outbuildings with repaired roads, parkways, park and…

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Ruunaraipe dunes in Soomaa

Ruunaraipe dunes are the favourite trip destination for people living in Viljandi. In addition to the beautiful surroundings, the area also offers a lot of mushrooms and berries in the summer and autumn. The dunes, which are located in the estuarine area of the Raudna valley on the north-western…

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A.H. Tammsaare Museum in Vargamäe

Tammsaare Museum in Vargamäe is the writer's birthplace, which inspired him to write the novel Truth and Justice. This is where the neighbours Andres and Pearu struggled with the bog, dug a ditch, and kept up their stubbornness like Estonians tend to do. In the museum, you can learn about the…

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Vana-Vigala nature studies trail

The Vana-Vigala nature studies trail is 1.5 km long and fully marked. It is situated in the park of the old manor of the same name. Did you know…? *Vigala manor once belonged to the Uexküll family *Here you can see the oldest pieces of art in Estonia – bass-reliefs excavated from Pompeii *The park…

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Aparaaditehas Creative City

The Widget Factory (Aparaaditehas), located on the corner of Riia tänav and Kastani tänav, is a universal cultural factory built in an old factory complex that surprises with a lot of street art and industrial interiors. Many creative entrepreneurs, artists, designers, and the cat Johannes…

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Large and Small Taevaskoda sandstone outcrops

The two Taevaskoda outcrops on the banks of the ancient valley of the Ahja River are one of the most frequently visited sites in southern Estonia. The sandstone outcrops and the ancient river form the most beautiful part of the Ahja River Landscape Reserve. Legends speak of caves, secret…

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Oru Park in Toila

Oru Park and the grand palace in the beautiful valley of the River Pühajõgi was built by Grigori Jelissejev – one of the wealthiest men in 19th century Russia. In 1935, three Estonian industrialists bought the palace and park, and gifted it to President Päts to be used as his summer residence. The…

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Tubala pile

According to legend, there was a pile in Tubala village which used to keep Hiiumaa fixed to the sea bottom so that it does not drift away. A pile was dug into the ground on 28 July 2003 to tell the ancient legend, but is also meant to support the entire culture of Hiiumaa – for at least as long as…

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Abula-Kalasma nature trail and camping area

The trail is marked with pictograms and colour marks on the trees. The study trail is located on the east coast of Tagalaht bay in the Koorunõmme nature reserve. It takes about 4-5 hours to complete the entire trail. About half of the study trail runs along the seafront and the other half in the…

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Rapla Tourist Information Centre

Rapla Tourist Information Centre is located in a decorously renovated limestone building, which has provided a number of services over the years – it has been the location for a militia department, a maternity ward, and a candy store. Now, it offers free information about tourist attractions…

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Pärnu Restaurant Week

During the Pärnu Restaurant Week, you can learn about the restaurants representing extremely diverse styles, as well as the wonderful chefs who work there. We hope that the Restaurant Week helps you learn more about the many restaurants in Pärnu! During the Restaurant Week, participating…

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RMK Suitsu hiking trail and viewing tower

Suitsu hiking trail is a 1.3 km long trail that is located in Matsalu forest and runs parallel to the flooded meadow of Suitsu River. The trail passes through an alder marsh and a wooded meadow-like plain and leads to a meadow. On your journey, you will see reeds, forests, flooded meadows, and old…

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Õisu Hiking Trail

Follow the signs from Õisu manor to the Õisu river valley hiking trail that is known for its steep sandstone outcrops. The highest outcrop is 14.6 metres high with a length of 34.4 metres. A unique sight is the partially renovated relief engraving "The Water Carrier Virgin" from the 1930s (author E…

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Canoe trip to a bog restaurant

We will go to the bog restaurant with canoes. The restaurant is located in a secret hiding place in Hindreku Farm, which can only be reached along the Esna River. We welcome all adventurous people who want to enjoy delicious campfire food and local drinks with an introduction by the sommelier, in…

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Chimes at St John's Church in Viljandi

At St John's Church in Viljandi, the biggest chime in Estonia, made by 25 bells, can be heard. The bells were manufactured at the Royal Eijsbouts bell foundry in the Netherlands and they have been ringing since the International Hanseatic Days were held in Viljandi in 2015. The chimes can be heard…

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Peetri Pizza in Iisaku

You are welcome to the new Peetri Pizza pizzeria that is located by the Jõhvi-Tartu-Valga highway in the immediate vicinity of Iisaku village. Students and teachers get a 15% discount on pizzas if they present an ISIC and ITIC card! The discount applies to one pizza only! Order a pizza over the…

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Ungru Manor ruins

Ungru Manor is one of the most impressive neo-baroque buildings in Estonia, although the castle was never fully completed. It is an imposing building, which is an almost exact copy of the Merseburg Castle in Germany. Behind the construction of the manor was a sad love story: Count Ungern-Sternberg…

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Birdwatching towers in Paljassaare Special Conservation Area

Paljassaare Special Conservation Area is a special protection area of pan-European importance; 227 bird species have been registered here, 82 of whom are under protection in Estonia. This area draws birds with its excellent resting and feeding opportunities, provided by its varied landscape and its…

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Riisa study trail in the Soomaa National Park

You will find a sign by Jõesuu-Tõramaa Road that directs you to a boardwalk to the beautiful Riisa bog. The trail passes 8 rest stops and a watchtower. A motorway, a car park, and an outhouse are located right by the gate at the beginning of the trail. The hike begins in a spacious bog and…

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Beaver Trail in Soomaa National Park

Starting from the Soomaa National Park Visitor Centre, the Beaver Trail takes you through the woods to see a number of beaver lodges and dams. With plenty of evidence of beaver activity throughout the entire trail, it won't be long until you'll find chopped down trees and all sorts of den…

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Sillapää Castle

Sillapää Castle was built in the middle of the 19th century. The castle is under state protection due to its remarkable architectural ensemble. Its ground floor accommodates the Räpina Local Lore and Gardening Museum and the Räpina Folk School (Räpina Rahvakool) of Räpina Vabahariduse Ühendus…

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Valga Central Square

The central square of Valga is located in the heart of the city and connects the two sides of the city, Valga and Valka, into one whole. The central square offers the residents many opportunities for leisure, such as street basketball and table tennis. The unique benches and a colourful playground…

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Mukri bog nature trail

Mukri bog that formed around 9,000 or 10,000 years ago was once a lake. It is thought to be one of Estonia's oldest bogs. Did you know...? *Mukri bog has a 14-metre viewing tower. *A boardwalk leads the way through the bog. *Lake Mukri covers 2.2 ha and is full of little islands. *If you're not…

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Okta Centrum

This building, completed in 1977, is something of a monument to Soviet architecture. It resembles a UFO that has landed. Did you know…? *Everything in the building is octagonal – from the floor plan to the rubbish bins *The octagonal pond is a perfect reflection of the physical space in the…

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Railway Monument Engine

The year 1886 when the plan to build the Pihkva-Riga railway with a branch from Valga to Tartu became a crucial year in the development of the little town. The steam engine monument erected near the Valga railway station in 1998 celebrates the 110th anniversary of the Pihkva-Valga-Riga rail…

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Rannajõe Observation Platform

The four-metre Rannajõe Observation Platform offers a view of the extensive meadow area, which is a special experience in the spring when the floodplain grasslands are flooded with water. Then, thousands of geese, swans, and dabbler ducks stop here. In the summer, several waders and passerines nest…

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Varbola hill fort

The first mention of the Varbola fortress dates back to 1212 and it was one of the biggest and most powerful ancient fortresses in Estonia and entire northern Europe. The 576 m long circular hill fort was erected on the natural slate stage in the shadows of the primeval forest and is 2-5 m high. In…

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Hydrobike rental

Our hydrobikes are completely unique in Estonia and are perfect for adventures on rivers. Our service is perfect for families and groups of friends to spend time in the nature. You can use the bikes to go fishing, mushroom hunting, or simply enjoying the nature. Our hydrobikes are much smoother and…

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Lõhavere Lembitu hill-fort

Named after ancient Estonian chief Lembitu, the fort was founded at the end of the XIIth century and used for about 20 years. Towering in the middle of the forest, the hill of the fort with it's naturally deep slopes leaves an imposing impression even today. On the foot of the hill-fort a monument…

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Võsu-Nõmmeveski hiking trail

Võsu-Nõmmeveski hiking trail is 18 kilometres long and situated in the expansive Lahemaa National Park. The trail takes off at the Võsu camping area and continues through to Nõmmeveski known for its canyon. Here you will find a camping and barbecue area. You can walk and cycle through most of the…

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Roosisaare Bridge

Roosisaare (Rose island) Suspension Bridge is a footbridge that was built in 1998 at the end of the Tamula beach promenade. The bridge boasts a wonderful view of the City of Võru and Lake Tamula. Useful information: Roosisaare Bridge is 100 metres long.

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Lümanda Lime Park

The theme park offers services both indoors and outdoors. Activities take place all year round, but in the low season, you can visit the park by reservation only. In the lime park, you can walk on the hiking trail and learn about the lime production process based on old lime kilns. It is also…

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Tip of Sõrve Cape

Sõrve Cape is located at the southern end of the peninsula, followed by a number of islets that are part of the Irbe Strait. According to a legend, these islets were created by Toell the Great: as the hero was chasing Vanapagan out of the country, he threw stones after him. The heavier stones fell…

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Murrumets Hiking Track

Murrumets Hiking Track starts from the Pühajärv Manor Park, runs through Murrumets Forest and back to the park. It takes about 1-1.5 hours to pass the 3.5 km track. There are information boards next to the track that give information about the flora and fauna of our forests and cultivated…

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Karilatsi Open Air Museum

Karilatsi Open Air Museum is a unique open air museum in Southern Estonia which provides an overview of the life of Vana-Võromaa County about 100 years ago. On the 5-hectare territory of the museum, you can experience moments from the school life and farm work of that time and get to know everyday…

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The Leaning House of Tartu

The Leaning House of Tartu, which people also call the Pisa Tower of Tartu, was built next to the medieval city wall in 1793. The side of the house that faces the river is supported by the old city wall and the other side by poles. This is the reason why the house is leaning sideways. The permanent…

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Pärnu Restaurant Week

During the Pärnu Restaurant Week, you can learn about the restaurants representing extremely diverse styles, as well as the wonderful chefs who work there. We hope that the Restaurant Week helps you learn more about the many restaurants in Pärnu! During the Restaurant Week, participating…

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Kakerdaja bog hiking trail

This bog is one of the largest bogs in Kõrvemaa: about 1,000 hectares. The picturesque high bog with many bog pools is made unique thanks to the fact that the bog is located at two different heights. In spring and autumn, thousands of waterfowl stop in the bog pools. Lake Kakerdaja lies in the…

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Danish King's Garden

Danish King's Garden is just next to Toompea, on the slope facing St. Nicholas Church. According to an old legend, this is the spot where a flag descended from the sky during the Danish invasion, and it was this flag that turned the course of the battle in favour of King Valdemar II. Later, the…

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Estonian Agricultural Museum

The museum is located at the historical Ülenurme Manor in Tartu County. It introduces the development of the Estonian agriculture and rural life. In addition to exhibitions, museum visitors can participate in classes, try blacksmithing and woodwork, restoration, baking rye bread, and much more…

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Kauksi beach near Lake Peipus (Peipsi)

The northern shore of Lake Peipus is a popular holiday destination unique for its natural beauty. Kauksi is one of the most beautiful and best-known beaches in the area. You can get to the beach of "singing sands", which is several kilometres long, via a stairway over the dunes. You can play…

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Vana-Vastseliina manor park

The park in Vana-Vastseliina was established in 1830 by the then owner of Vastseliina Manor Guido Reinhold von Liphart, who designed a beautiful species-rich 8-hectare park. The bandstand has been preserved, where folk festivals take place. Bird lovers will be delighted by the rare species nesting…

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Permanent exhibition of Pernova Nature House

The permanent exhibition on the three floors of Pernova Nature House, which has a rounded grass roof, offers something for both children and adults. Visitors can see: a winter garden, a pet room, a film room, a cave of sounds, and exhibits of Pärnu County nature. Families can participate in…

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Children's Run / Night Run Estonia

ight Run Estonia is the most distinguished running event in the Baltic region. A running festival which focuses on the experience itself and simply exercising, not the result. The aim of the series is to promote regular physical exercise in the Viru County region and provide motivational…

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Kukruse oil shale museum

The permanent exhibition at this museum in Kukruse shows how oil shale forms, how it is discovered and the history of its use. It also explains how it is produced and recycled. You can also see an exhibition of 80 works titled ‘The oil shale industry in art’. Did you know…? *Oil shale, Estonia’s…

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Urvaste church and cemetery on the shores of Lake Uhtjärv

The EELC St. Urbanus' Church in Urvaste, Võru County is one of the oldest and most unique country churches. The earliest written records date back to 1413, which means that 600 years have passed since the church was first mentioned. The church we see today – a three-naved Gothic basilica – was…

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Wild animal safari on bikes at Toosikannu Safari Park

We organise animal safari on bikes in the Toosikannu Safari Park. The safari lasts for about 1.5 hours. During the safari, you can see red deer, elk, roe, foxes, and hares in their natural environment. You can rent the bikes from us. The route is mostly on gravel roads and the guide will choose a…

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Orjaku Birdwatching Tower

Orjaku Tower is one of the largest birdwatching towers in Estonia. In spring and autumn, thousands of migratory birds can be watched from the tower while they stay in the Käina Bay. Since 1962, Käina Bay has been a protected area and has been a part of wetlands of international importance (Ramsar…

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Vaivara Blue Hills Museum

The renovated barn and smithy of the Vaivara Manor are the buildings of the museum. The exhibition is dedicated to the battles held on the Narva River and in the Blue Hills in 1944. The museum exhibits weapons, uniforms, soldiers' personal effects, wartime photographs, enemy propaganda leaflets…

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Narva River Promenade

The River Promenade is about 967 m long and situated on the river bank in the historical heart of Narva. In the east, it borders with the Narva River; in the west, with bastion walls and the Hermann castle; in the north, with Narva harbour; finally, in the south, with Joaorg recreational area. The…

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Bogshoe hikes in Meenikunno bog in Southern Estonia

Walking in swamps and bogs in bogshoes is exotic, environmentally friendly and, of course, practical. Guided bogshoe hikes help you learn many new and fascinating facts about the nature, origin, flora and fauna of swamps. The recommended duration of a bogshoe hike is about 2 or 3 hours; this…

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Rakvere Church of the Trinity

A late medieval church with an unusually high and slender spire that was built in the 17th century. Grave marker of Bishop Arnoldus H. Annabat. Eye-catching Baroque fretwork masterpieces – the pulpit and altar wall.

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Viru Folk

The family festival Viru Folk has offered experiences of Nordic music for 13 years. The culture of many Nordic countries has been introduced, with a focus on one region or people each year. This time, the festival will focus on the culture of the East Slavic peoples, including their music, cinema…

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Lindora Fair

Lindora village has been famous for its fairs for a long time – the first fair was held here as early as in the early 1920s. They began organising the fair on 28 October every year. At first, only domestic animals were traded. Later, industrial goods, manufactured items, handicrafts, and garden…

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Entrance: Free of charge Takes place 28.10.2021

Türi Adventure Park

Türi Adventure Park is located in a beautiful forest in Kõrgessaare drumlin in Türi municipality. A ski jump mountain used to be here. We have low and high adventure trails, customised ways for air rides, a free-fall jump, barrel riding, a Tarzan jump, a watchtower, and the possibility to ride a…

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Barclay de Tolly Mausoleum

Barclay de Tolly mausoleum is one of the 21 places in Southern Estonia worth discovering which are marked by a yellow National Geographic window; if you love culture and nature, a visit is highly recommended. Field Marshal de Tolly, whose final resting place is in Estonia, is one of the most famous…

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Kaibaldi area of loose sand

The largest area of loose sand in Estonia is located on Hiiumaa! If you think you have already seen everything Hiiumaa has to offer, we invite you to discover something completely different! In the Pihla-Kaibaldi Nature Reserve, in the middle of a beautiful pine forest, there is a crescent-shaped…

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Karula National Park and National Park Visitor Centre in Lake Ähijärv

Karula National Park is the smallest national park in Estonia, established in 1993. The landscape of Karula is rich in lakes: there are 60 of them in the highlands. The picturesque Kaika domes are located in Karula National Park. The highest peak is Hill Tornimägi in Rebasemõisa. The territory of…

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Estonian Mining Museum

Would you like to have a real taste of mining? All you need to do is put on your wellies, grab a warm jacket and take a lamp because where else than in the subterranean world would you hear, see and feel the same things as the men who toiled away in below ground every day? The mining museum also…

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Rõuge watchtower "Pesapuu"

The Pesapuu watchtower is 30 meters high (the top observation platform is 27 meters from the ground) and it resembles a tree with two birdnests. Karmo Tõra, an architect, is the author of the idea. The watchtower is eye-catching during both the day and the night. At night, lights of different…

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Rakvere Castle

The castle in Rakvere offers a lot of excitement for the entire family! When you enter the castle, you will find yourself in a theme park representing the everyday life of the 16th century. There, both young and old visitors can spend an exciting day as they dress up as knights and warriors, enjoy…

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Grill & Pruul food truck

Brothers Grill and Pruul offer probably the finest beef burger in Estonia and delicious craft beer and kvass. Our many years of recipe development resulted in mouth-watering and highly regarded burgers. If you do not want a burger, you can order salads or sweet potato fries and enjoy a great…

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Kuraniidu Nature Study Trail

Kuraniidu Nature Study Trail goes through a real virgin forest as the boardwalk takes you through an old drained peatland forest. Those who have gone hiking on this trail, can tell about the enormous amount of energy the walk in the forest gives. Extraordinary tall and grand aspens grow in this…

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Nõmme Adventure Park

The Adventure Park located in Nõmme greenery is an ideal place for an active holiday. Climbing trails with various levels of difficulty and height built between the trees are exciting and feasible for kids, as well as adults. In the spring of 2016, new and exciting adventure trails and a large…

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Palamuse O. Luts’s Parish School Museum

The historical Palamuse Parish Schoolhouse is now open to visitors as it was seen in 1895. There, you will find the classroom and the living rooms of the parish clerk, known from the movie Kevade. The heart of the museum is located in the freshly completed main building, where you will also find a…

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Catherine's Church in Võru

28,000 silver roubles were donated towards the construction of this Lutheran church by Russian empress Catherine II. It was blessed on 24 July 1793, when it received the name 'Catherine'. It is thought that the church - which was designed in early classicist style with baroque roots and which…

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Lake Pühajärv hiking trail

The hiking trail that encircles Lake Pühajärv starts near the centre of Otepää Nature Park. The 12 km trail takes you on a voyage of discovery around one of the most unique and beautiful lakes in Estonia.Covering the whole track takes from 3–6 hours. There are rest areas and barbecue sites along…

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Hinni canyon

Hinni canyon is a unique canyon valley in Estonia, located in a specially managed zone in the Haanja Nature Park. Hinni canyon was carved into sandstone during the Devonian period (420-359 million years ago). It is a 15–20 m deep, 300 m long, steep gulch with the rapidly flowing Enni creek cutting…

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Pärnu Mud Baths

The neoclassicist building of the Mud Baths is one of the most important symbols of the Pärnu resort. The building was designed by Olev Siinmaa and Baltic German designers Erich von Wolffeldt and Aleksander Nürnberg; it was constructed in 1926-1927 in place of a bathing house that burned down in…

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Kassinurme Hillfort and Sacred Grove

The Kassinurme ancient area was established 1,5 thousand years ago . The sacred grove was discovered when the settlement was established and it is one of the oldest sacred places in Estonia. A fragment of the ancient fort has been restored. At present the sacred grove is the favourite place for…

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Rental of fatbikes, bicycles, and roller skates at Verevi Motel

Verevi Motel, which is located in a picturesque pine forest in Southern Estonia, rents bicycles, fatbikes, and K2 roller skates for exploring the city of Elva and the surrounding nature. Vapramäe, Vellavere, Vitipalu hiking trails, and the Väike Väerada track are located nearby. To rent sports…

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Norra Springs

The western section of Endla Nature Reserve is home to the Norra-Oostriku springs: nearly 40 springs of different groups are located next to a 10 km section of road. Some of them can be seen on the ground, others erupt at the bottom of rivers. Interesting to know: the 1936 measurements of Norra…

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Käsmu nature and cultural history trail

The Käsmu nature and cultural history trail looks at the development of the Käsmu peninsula and Estonia’s biggest natural accumulation of rocks. Beginning in the car park next to the chapel, the trail is well marked with signs and is 4.2 km long; trees along the trail have white stripes painted on…

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Odalätsi springs

Odalätsi name derives from the legend in which the Old Devil is fighting with Tõll and has his spear broken. The springs that are there are the Old Devil's steps. Interesting to know If you wash your face and hands with this spring water or drink some of it, you will stay young forever.

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Vanajõe valley study trail

The Vanajõe valley study trail forms part of the Tihu landscape reserve and winds along the banks of the prettiest river on the island of Hiiumaa and the tops of its valley, which are up to six metres high in places. It does not take long to get from one end of the trail to the other, but it has…

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Lake Tamula Beach and the Beach Promenade

Lake Tamula Beach is located in the city of Võru, on the shore of Lake Tamula. The beach is maintained and there are changing cabins and various attractions. You can play football and volleyball, sunbathe on the grass or the sandy beach, have fun on the playground, or build sandcastles. You can…

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RMK Kiidjärve–Taevaskoja–Kiidjärve hiking trail

The hiking trail starting from Kiidjärve Visitor Centre runs along the banks of the picturesque Ahja River, where you can easily see different sandstone banks (Sõnajalamägi, Palanumägi, Oosemägi, Laaritsamägi, Mõsumägi, etc.). The trail runs along one shore to the Saesaare dam, over the bridge, and…

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Pokuland

The Pokuland theme park on the borders of Võru and Põlva Counties was created after a children’s book Pokumaa by Edgar Valter and after its main characters – Pokus. The prototypes of Pokus in nature are sedge tussocks. The world of Pokus begins from the visitor's centre – Pokuhall – that looks like…

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Oandu-Võsu hiking trail

The Oandu-Võsu hiking trail is situated in Lahemaa National Park and is 9.5 km long. It begins at the Oandu camping area and continues through to the Võsu camping area. The majority of the path follows the ancient Seljaku way through the forests of the Koljaku-Oandu terraces. You will see a diverse…

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Railway and Communications Museum

The former terminal station of the railway was constructed between 1903 and 1905 to serve the resort town of Haapsalu. With its mysterious and grand station building, it now invites you to discover the nearly century and a half of Estonian railways and retired iron horses. During the time travel in…

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Bog shoe hikes in Meelva bog

We will go on a hike around the swamp lake and between bog pools in the bog in the Meelva landscape protection area, close to Räpina. During spring and autumn, we can enjoy the rich bird kingdom of the bog. Gripping stories from our guide make the hiking experience (with or without bog shoes) safe…

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Ruins of Helme Order Castle

The ruins of Helme Order Castle are situated on a steep slope by the Pärnu-Valga road. The castle is thought to have been built in the first half of the 14th century. Parts of its walls with their distinctive window openings remain standing today. Legend has it that a young virgin was entombed…

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CityKart Centre

CityKart Centre is located in the centre of Pärnu and welcomes both young and old cart enthusiasts all year round! The track is 250 meters long and we have Sodi RT8 carts, which ensure safety for the riders thanks to a soft cover bumper and a shock-absorbing buffer bar. The indoor cart track is…

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Discovering Rannarootsi on your own

Coastal Swedes have lived on the coast and islands of Northwest Estonia for more than 1,000 years. Start from Aibolands Museum in Haapsalu, which gives you an overview of the history, then go to Lyckholm Museum and St Catherine's Church in Pürksi. Then, head to Rooslepa and Nõva from Österby port…

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University of Tartu Botanical Garden

The University of Tartu Botanical Garden offers study programmes and excursions for visitors of all ages. There are more than 10,000 species and varieties of plants in the garden. In addition to natural plants, including rare protected plants, we introduce new decorative plants. In the greenhouses…

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Valga Museum

Valga Museum is a lively and modern museum where you will never get bored! The photos displayed here show you the history (nature, time, and culture) of the city and county of Valga from ancient times to the present. The museum is also livened up by models, music, and wax figures. Valga Museum…

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Study trail of Lilli nature house

An information board at the Lilli nature house directs those interested to the study trail of the Lilli nature house. Taking an old lane, you reach a forest path which takes you to a sorb grove that the locals also know as the 'energy grove'. On the trail, you can admire rare lung lichen, rest on a…

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Eliisabet's Church in Pärnu

Eliisabet's Church, inaugurated in 1750, is the most outstanding sacral building of the Baroque period in Estonia. The beautiful church in the centre of Pärnu invites you to step in and look around to see a pulpit in the Neo-Gothic style from the middle of the 19th century, the altar and the…

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Neljateeristi nature trail

Neljateeristi nature trail runs along the northern coast of Kõpu Peninsula. It is possible to examine the communities characteristic to Kõpu there. Möirasoo is a little coastal spring fen, where it is possible to see the yew tree that is under protection. Mägipe boulder and Süllasoo Jaanikivi stone…

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Mooste Manor

Mooste Manor, established at the time when the Nolcken family ruled the area, lies on the shore of Lake Mooste. Beside the beautiful manor house you will find the pride of Mooste Manor, one of the most impressive auxiliary building ensembles built in the historistic style. Most of the buildings are…

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Haeska birdwatching tower

The Haeska birdwatching tower on the north shore of Matsalu Bay is the best one in Europe – the coastal meadows and shallow bay are a popular spot among migratory birds. Many species have been recorded in the vicinity of the Haeska birdwatching tower and Finnish birdwatchers have also set a…

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Telliskivi Creative City

The Telliskivi Creative City, located in the former industrial complex, has become one of the most popular leisure centres among the locals. It is the largest and most unique creative centre in Estonia – hundreds of creative companies, NGOs, and start-ups are located here. Award-winning and diverse…

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Viljandi Suspension Bridge

The bridge made by the Riga company Felser & Co in 1879 was erected amid the castle hills in Viljandi in 1931. It was a present by the lord of the Tarvastu Manor Karl von Mensenkampf. Interesting to know: *The bridge is over 50 m long. * It was erected over a valley which is 15 m deep. * At first…

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Panga cliff and recreation area

Panga cliff is the highest bedrock outcrop in western Estonia and its islands. Siluri bluff is a long escarpment, which starts on the island of Gotland in Sweden, passes through the Baltic Sea, and rises to the surface on the western coast of Saare County. Its maximum height is 21.3 metres and it…

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Vasaristi cascade

The cascade is made up of three waterfalls (0.5; 1.5; and 1.6 m in height) and with about ten escarpments, the water falls about 4 metres in 10 metres. The cascade has retreated, which has resulted in a canyon valley that is more than 10 m deep. It is possible to see limestone from the middle…

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Disc golf at the Jõulumäe Sports and Recreation Centre

There are three disc golf courses at the Jõulumäe Sports and Recreation Centre, which are located on a hilly landscape under the pine trees. All three courses are of different lengths and difficulty levels. The yellow course has 27, the red 18, and the blue 9 baskets. As the yellow and blue…

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Tartu St. John’s Church of the Estonian Evangelical Lutheran Church

Tartu St. John’s Church, which was built in the 14th century in the Gothic style, is one of the oldest in Estonia; moreover, it is unique in Europe due to its many original terracotta sculptures. Today, almost 1,000 terracotta sculptures survive, their age reaching nearly 700 years. You are…

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Luhasoo nature studies trail

The nature studies trail running through the Luhasoo landscape protection area is 5 km long and partly covered with a boardwalk. On the bog island midway along the trail there is a small cabin in the forest where you can spend the night. Hiking around the flat landscape in Luhasoo presents a good…

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Kickbike hire in Taevaskoja Salamaa

Kickbikes are modern, light and wonderful means of transport for a wild terrain. Hiking in Taevaskoda is full of magnificent views: Väike and Suur Taevaskoda, the River Ahja, Otten stone bridge, locations where the popular 'Viimne reliikvia' (The Last Relic) was filmed. Your bike trip is…

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Bogshoe hike in the Rubina Weltands in Mulgimaa

Rubina is the largest and best-preserved bog in the Mulgimaa area and is an area of great value to nature enthusiasts for its many bird species. A hike through Rubina's beauty, from the moss-covered marshlands; to a picnic lunch on a bog island covered in gigantic trees, is a hike is spent…

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Grillfest

Grillfest takes place on the beautiful meadow by Vallikääru in Pärnu in June, every year. For two days, 300 caterers from Estonia and abroad serve their best fare. We have outdoor restaurants, cafés and even a pet restaurant. You can enjoy the Good Food Fair, the national fishing championships and…

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Entrance: Free of charge Takes place 06.08 - 07.08.2021

Nature Energy Trail (Väike Väerada)

The hiking trail, which is three kilometres long and one of the most popular trails in the area, begins near the Elva Railway Station. This track is special for its wood sculptures inspired by the folklore of Estonia and designed by local artists. According to a legend, the natural environment of…

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Karlova, a meeting place for architecture enthusiasts and Bohemians

Karlova is a district of Tartu that fascinates guests with its bohemian atmosphere. There are historic wooden houses, secret yards worth discovering, unique cafes that are very popular among the locals, and lots of greenery. The unique street art here is definitely noteworthy. Each spring, the…

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Harilaid islet

Harilaid islet has a truly unique elongated trapeze shape that is defined by waved boundaries that line the islet from its South-East to North-West points. A low plain, its highest elevation does not exceed 5 m, and the entire area of the peninsula is a mere 3.62 km². With a lighthouse on Harilaid…

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Historical festival Narva Battle

The festival, which takes place on the grounds of Narva Castle, faithfully recalls the events of the Great Northern War more than 300 years ago – Russian and Swedish commands will be heard and clouds of gunpowder will float in the air as the two armies fight for every square foot of land with guns…

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Lodjakoda (Barge Chamber) theme park

At the Lodjakoda (Barge Chamber) theme park, everyone can see with their own eyes how a historic ship is being built – a 24 m long two-masted Emajõgi-Peipsi barge. In addition, everyone is welcome to craft a barge model, learn sailor wisdom, visit a smithy, try old-fashioned barge-related work, and…

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Café Supelsaksad

The café is located in a 150 year old log house. The dignified nature of the old house and the interior design of the café have been matched together skillfully. The spirit of the place is created with colourful furniture, laces, tablecloths and selected coffee sets. You will feel the real…

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Viidumäe Study and Nature Trail

The trail is 1.5 km long. You can see the ancient coastal terrace of Saaremaa and forest communities. It starts in the car park by the centre of Viidumäe Nature Conservation Area.

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Räpina School of Horticulture collection garden

When walking around the Räpina School of Horticulture, you will find an exciting planting area for perennials, and you can enjoy various summer and perennial flowers in the collection garden. In the collection garden, you can admire 50 different varieties of park roses by Rein Joost, lilies of Mart…

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Jõhvi promenade

Promenade begins at the border of the city of Jõhvi, passes the centre of town and ends at Jõhvi Concert Hall. The most appealing part of the promenade meant solely for pedestrians is in the centre of the town; it has cafés, cranberry lamps and chairs as well as fountains. Promenade also passes by…

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Site of the ancient Salme ship

In 2008, two wrecks of ancient ships were discovered in the ground in Salme rural municipality which changed the course of naval history. This is the oldest ship wreck found in Estonia that dates back to the 8th century. The ship was discovered with the skeletal remains of seven people, two swords…

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Saka manor park and rock exhibition

Saka manor park is located on a high limestone bank. Older trees in the park indicate the dignified age of the park and its possible origin from the beginning of the 19th century. The park does not have a specific shape; granite pathways with benches have been reconstructed and built as close to…

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Pae karst area

The Pae karst area spreads out over two hectares of land covering a limestone layer rich in fossils. Where the alvars and bog meet there is a terrace that varies in height from one to two metres. Here you can see collapsed funnels up to one metre wide and 1.5 metres deep. Other points of interest…

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Good Food Festival – Grillfest

Grillfest takes place on the beautiful meadow by Vallikääru in Pärnu in June, every year. For two days, 300 caterers from Estonia and abroad serve their best fare. We have outdoor restaurants, cafés and even a pet restaurant. You can enjoy the Good Food Fair, the national fishing championships and…

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Haapsalu Castle Museum

Haapsalu Castle is an architectural gem built in the 13th century, which until the end of the 17th century was the seat of power of the local authorities. The museum in the main castle focuses on the history of the castle itself. You can learn about the construction of the castle, the birth of the…

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Vilsandi National Park and RMK information point

Vilsandi is the oldest nature protection area in the Baltics, created in 1910, and reorganised as the Vilsandi National Park in 1993. There are over a hundred islands with lots of birds at the Vilsandi National Park, seals' haul-out sites, fish spawn bays, and various coastal sceneries in the…

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Fair Maamess

Fair Maamess is the most recognised fair that focuses on rural life in the Baltic States. It is important for both Estonian and foreign companies. The fair’s quality is verified by the fact that it is part of EURASCO, the organiser of the largest agricultural exhibitions in Europe. The fair…

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Monument to cold weather in Jõgeva

A monument to cold weather has been erected on the Piibe road on the outskirts of Jõgeva, where the lowest ever temperature in Estonia (-43.5*C) was recorded in 1940. The monument also highlights the most recent record of -37.6*C from 2003, also recorded in Jõgeva.

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Hiking trails at Lake Kirikumäe

Kirikumäe's 3.2-km-long hiking trail winds around the lake of the same name, which is known as the best swimming area in the region. There is a bog on the southern shore of the lake and the hiking trail also runs across the bog. For this purpose, a boardwalk has been built there. In any case…

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Kalevipoeg’s Museum

Kalevipoeg's Museum is located in Kääpa village, Mustvee municipality, Jõgeva County. The museum is named after Kalevipoeg because the Kääpa River is where the sword of Kalevipoeg is located. In addition, resting places, rocks, springs, swamps, horse tracks, etc. are around it. In the Kalevipoeg's…

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Kihnu lighthouse

Kihnu lighthouse is situated on the southernmost tip of Pitkänä peninsula. It was brought here in 1864 from England, dismounted, and was reassembled on site. It is one of four cast iron lighthouses that remain standing on our shores. The tower is white, conical in shape and equipped with a lamp…

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Nõva Nature Reserve, RMK Recreation Area, and Visitor Centre

The Nõva Recreation Area and Nature Reserve on the lowland of West-Estonia was established to protect the coastal landscapes and plant communities. It covers vast bog plains, forest massifs, and sand beaches. The lakes around Peraküla village are surrounded by 5-metre high coastal dunes. White…

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Animal observation hikes at Toosikannu Holiday Centre

Wild animal safari or animal observation is an exciting and unique activity. A fun hike awaits you just about 80 km from Tallinn. Guests can meet many wild animals that are characteristic of Estonia in the Toosikannu Holiday Centre. Many wild boars, moose and roe deer have found a comfortable home…

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GMP Pühajärve Restaurant

GMP Pühajärve Restaurant is listed in the White Guide Nordic 2020 as one of the best eateries in Northern Europe and has been recognised as one of the best and most stylish eateries in Estonia. Surrounded by beautiful South-Estonian nature, we respect local produce and Estonian food culture in our…

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Kaisma Exercise Track

Lake Kaisma Suurjärv is a 1.2 km² fen lake in the northern part of Pärnu County. It is connected to Lake Kaisma Väikejärv in the middle of the fens and the area between the two lakes is a prime example of untouched nature. The 6 km exercise track runs around Lake Kaisma Suurjärv and gives you the…

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Viljandi Guitar Festival

Viljandi Guitar Festival is an international festival for both domestic and foreign artists. The festival concerts take place in Viljandi, at the traditional music centre Pärimusmuusika Ait, the Puppet Theatre, the Old Water Tower, St. John's Church, and in the jazz club's cafe Fellin. The festival…

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Entrance: 5 € Takes place 13.10 - 17.10.2021

Lake Uhtjärv in Urvaste Primeval Valley

Urvaste Primeval Valley has several gulches, it runs from the northwest to the southeast for 10 km, and represents one of the 23 sites to be discovered in Southern Estonia, marked with the yellow frame of the National Geographic. Lake Uhtjärv (28 meters), which has a lot of springs and is the fifth…

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Tour – the 18 bridges in Põltsamaa

Põltsamaa is known for its bridges, parks, roses, and wines. There are 18 bridges in the small town that cross the Põltsamaa River, connect the banks with river islands, or cross the moat. The newest is the Church Hill (Parvei) Bridge – a suspension bridge built in 2006 at a former bridge location…

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Paljassaare boardwalks

The Paljassaare boardwalk consists of two sections with a total length of 550 meters. The goal is to protect the valuable habitats of the plants in the conservation area and keep people from walking on protected plants. When visiting the area, be sure to walk on the boardwalk or gravel road. You…

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Historical festival Narva Battle

The festival, which takes place on the grounds of Narva Castle, faithfully recalls the events of the Great Northern War more than 300 years ago – Russian and Swedish commands will be heard and clouds of gunpowder will float in the air as the two armies fight for every square foot of land with guns…

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Entrance: 5 € Takes place 14.08.2021

Padise Monastery

Padise Monastery is open to visitors after a thorough restoration! The monastery was built by the Cistercians in the 14th century. The monastery was built over a period of 200 years. After the recently completed thorough restoration, the monastery is open to visitors again. Today, the only…

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Red Tower and panoramic cinema

Red Tower – 360-degree history! A modern circular panoramic cinema is now open in the Red Tower, which was built in the 15th century as a defence and prison tower of the Hanseatic city of Uus-Pärnu. You can watch a 10-minute animated film Merciless and merciful history in the Red Tower through 15…

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Marimetsa Bog Hiking Trail

The first part of the trail is a dirt road that runs along the high-voltage power line. The track then reaches the Marimetsa Brook and leads to the rest area along the banks of the brook. From there, a boardwalk will take you to Marimetsa Bog. There is a viewing tower at the end of the trail (7.6…

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Exploring Naissaar Island with a virtual guide

Naissaar is the largest (18 km2) forest-covered island in northern Estonia in the Gulf of Finland, 10 km north of Tallinn. Over the last 300 years, different governments have built forts on the eastern and western side of the island of Naissaar and the inhabitants of the fishing villages have had…

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Kuremaa Castle and Park

Kuremaa Classicist manor house was built in 1837-1843 by the von Oettingen family. The manor house was designed by the architect E. J. T. Strauss from Tartu. There is also a room for a museum in the castle which gives an overview of the region and of the history of Kuremaa Agricultural School. At…

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Rapla stone bridge

This bridge, which crosses the Vigala River, was built in place of the former wooden bridge in the late 19th century. A reinforced concrete structure was superimposed on the old bridge in 2009, and pedestrian bridges were added on either side. Did you know…? * The renovated bridge is the only one…

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Monument and memorial park to Betti Alver

The park and monument dedicated to Betti Alver were opened with a ceremony on the writer's 90th birthday in 1996. This is not a traditional bust of a writer, but a symbol focussed on creation. The poet's autograph, signature in stone, is in the base of the monument. The monument as a whole depicts…

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Pärnamäed bakery and café

You are welcome to visit the Pärnamäed OÜ bakery and café. We are located on the beautiful shores of River Reiu. During the summer, you can eat on the café’s outdoor terrace while enjoying the view. The menu has something to offer to everyone. Come and enjoy coffee, tea, or other drinks. Our baker…

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Räpina Harbour caravan park

There is a new and modern full-service caravan park at Räpina Harbour, which can accommodate up to ten caravans. The park is covered in grass. All the necessary services for a comfortable stay are readily available. There is one socket for each car. In the immediate vicinity of the caravan park, it…

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Hill of Crosses

The Hill of Crosses is an area on the highway covered with crosses, the development of which is related to the expulsion of the Reigi Swedes in August 1781. Tsarina Catherin II signed an order that allowed the Swedes to resettle in South-Ukraine. On August 20, 1781, the emigrants gathered on the…

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Audruring – the only racing circuit in Estonia

Audruring is the only closed circuit in Estonia meant for racing cars and motorcycles. It is possible to race on four tracks with different lengths and shapes. The longest of them is 3.2 kilometres. Additionally, the complex includes a rally cross track and an off-road track. Today, Audruring is…

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Lydia Koidula Memorial Museum

Lydia Koidula (1843–1886) was a famous poetess and publicist during the national awakening of Estonia who spent her youth in Pärnu. The memorial museum works in the house that was her home from 1850 to 1863. It is known as Pärnu Ülejõe Schoolhouse where her father JV Jannsen, who is also the father…

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Recreation areas by Jõuga lakes

The Jõuga lakes are a group of lakes in Jõuga village, Ida-Viru County, situated by the road that turns from Jõhvi-Tartu road towards Kuremäe. There are four lakes, which came about when loose ice melted. These lakes are the Jõuga Pesujärv, Jõuga Linajärv, Jõuga Liivjärv, and Armise lake. There…

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Penijõe River hiking trails

Matsalu National Park is a popular birdwatching area. Come and see the various bird species, as well as the wooded meadows, reeds, meadows, coastal pastures, and alvars. The trail has a campfire site, a campsite, resting areas, information boards, and the Penijõe watchtower. You can choose…

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Angla Heritage Culture Centre

An important part of the Angla Tuulikumäe complex is the Angla Heritage Culture Centre, which was opened in 2011. The centre has a museum introducing local peasant culture, a café, a souvenir shop, and a party hall. Upon reservation, we conduct various workshops: felting, carding-spinning, ceramics…

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Kihnu St Nicholas Church

Kihnu Church, built in 1784, is one of the few orthodox churches converted from a Lutheran sacral building. Almost all Kihnu people converted to orthodoxy from 1846 to 1847, the Lutheran church was given to the orthodox congregation by order of Tsar Nicholas I and an onion dome was built on the…

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Viimsi Open Air Museum

Come and see an authentic and historical coastal village for yourself! The main part of Viimsi Open Air Museum is the historical Kingu farmyard: a farmhouse (with a barn) from the 1820s, a dwelling from the early 20th century, a barn and other buildings. The reconstructed Krüger and Silberfeldt…

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Kirna Manor park

Rumors of the positive and healing effect of the Kirna Manor park have spread from Europe to Tibet. The Kirna nature park is well known for its therapeutic power among those interested in natural remedies. In addition to the treatment, there is another magical attraction in the park: when the…

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Seikle Vabaks (Freedom of Adventure) – kayak hike in Soomaa National Park

Soomaa National Park is known for its wonderful nature, bogs, and many rivers. The best way to explore the park is by going on a kayak hike! The experience is even more special if you go on a hike early in the morning or after sunset – forest and aquatic animals can be seen then. The main…

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Neumann Husky dog-sled rides

Experience the picturesque winter of Southern Estonia. We will go on a hike with sled dogs across the domes and frozen lakes of Haanjamaa, through snowy forests and spacious fields. We organise both day trips and shorter trips. Our guests can also try to steer the sled themselves. Children and…

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Estonian Aviation Days

The largest outdoor aviation event welcomes aviation fans both young and old in (and up above) the territory of the Estonian Aviation Museum in Tartu county. It is possible to see parachutists, or go on a sightseeing flight. Different attractions are open, e.g. simulators, a catapult, a parachute…

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Entrance: 18 € Takes place 07.08 - 08.08.2021

Tartu Cathedral

Tartu Cathedral, located on the beautiful Toome Hill, is one of the largest churches in Estonia. It is also the only mediaeval church with two spires in Estonia. The construction of the church started in the 13th century and the church was fully completed in the beginning of the 16th century. The…

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Restaurant Wagenküll

Restaurant Wagenküll offers modern comfort in a historic atmosphere, as well as a view of the beautiful castle park. We have an open kitchen, which means the dishes are prepared before your very eyes – the signature dishes of Wagenküll are cooked in a Josper charcoal oven and all year round, we use…

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Noblessner Marina

Noblessner Marina in Tallinn is located between the Mine Harbour and the Seaplane Harbour. In November 2019, a new 70-metre breakwater was completed in the port. There are four floating docks with a total of 110 berths and 30 guest berths. Noblessner is a people-oriented port city with a special…

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RMK Jalase nature trail in the Jalase landscape protection area in Rapla County

Along the 2.6 km hiking trail, you can take a look at the Lipstu heath and Lake Sõbessoo. The boardwalk is 940 m long and the hiking trail is 1,690 m long. Sõbessoo with its many swamp pools is a suitable nesting place for typical fen birds. Here, you can spot whooper swans or Montagu's harriers…

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Viljandi Guitar Festival

Viljandi Guitar Festival is an international festival for both domestic and foreign artists. The festival concerts take place in Viljandi, at the traditional music centre Pärimusmuusika Ait, the Puppet Theatre, the Old Water Tower, St. John's Church, and in the jazz club's cafe Fellin. The festival…

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Estonia’s ‘King of Stones’ – the Pahkla boulder

‘Pahkla Suurkivi’ is a boulder measuring 29.5 metres in circumference and standing 4.4 metres high. It is not the biggest boulder in Estonia but earns the name of ‘King of Stones’ due to its majesty. Did you know…? *The German residents of Pahkla manor were said to have parties and danced on the…

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Kuimetsa karst area

Kuimetsa is home to one of the most extensive and unique karst areas in Estonia. Visitors to it will see collapsed valleys, funnels, hollows, channels and caves. Five of the caves in the area are big enough to walk into. One of the biggest is 12 metres long and 8 metres wide and forms the opening…

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Kotka hiking trail

The Kotka hiking trail showcases different types of bogs and other wetland features. It passes by a sand ridge which developed over thousands of years as the result of the retreat of Lake Peipus. The transition the landscape makes to marshland is sudden and provides an interesting contrast for…

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Altja nature and cultural trail

Altja nature and cultural trail is located in Lahemaa National Park and is 3 km long. It begins on the headland at Altja where you cross the suspension bridge. The trail passes through the fishing village and the surrounding environment, from its stony beaches to the flats of the Altja River.

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Teringi study trail

The loop trail is ideal for people who are not wearing special hiking clothes. The boardwalk, covered with anti-slip mesh, and the safe wood-chip path take the visitor across several bog islands. Information boards along the trail give an ample overview of wild animals and bog communities.

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Tagaranna (Ninase) limestone cliff and observation tower

The limestone cliff is 1 km long, the highest point is 5 m. There is a second terrace on the Tagaranna (Ninase) limestone cliff of Jaagarahu dolomites, which is located inland, away from the water. On the cliff, you will find stones with holes carved in them by the sea, as well as marks of fossils…

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Tour from Haapsalu to Marimetsa

This tour and Marimetsa bog will lead you on the paths of ancient nature. When coming from Haapsalu, you will also pass Ants Laikmaa Museum and Pikajala Hill in Palivere, the highest point in Lääne County, which offers a wonderful nature view. From Risti, you can go on the Marimetsa Bog Hiking…

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Ristna beach

Ristna beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Estonia; it is located in Hiiumaa on the tip of the Kõpu peninsula. Due to the relief of the seafloor, western winds create surf waves rolling onto the beach; this is why the Ristna beach is loved by water sport enthusiasts. Sand on the Ristna…

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Ruins of the Viljandi Order Castle

The stone castle started to appear in the place of the former Estonian stronghold in 1224. The fortress got its final shape and size at the beginning of the 16th century, becoming one of the distinguished fortresses in Estonia and Latvia. Due to wars between Sweden, Poland and Russia, all that is…

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Saint Isidore’s Main Church in Valga

This historicist-style church is built from red and yellow bricks and has five domes and a bell tower. It is one of the four representative churches of the Apostolic Orthodox Church in Estonia. The church is named after the priest martyr Isidore of Tartu. The church was built in 1897–1898 and was…

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Light Park in Narva-Jõesuu

There are two official parks in Narva-Jõesuu – Dark and Light park. Light park was established in 1877. The park pavilion, which is located next to a beautiful pond, is a good example of the 19th century wooden lace architecture. The trees in the park are mostly local – maples, pines, firs, and…

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Nature study trail in Pääsküla bog

The 4-kilometre trail runs along soil and boardwalks through different forest types, over canals and springs. A 10-metre observation tower is located on the side of the pine forest, where it is also possible to take a rest. The trail is passable in every season without getting one’s feet wet. The 2…

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Beaver observation trip in canoes

We will observe beavers on the Emajõgi River. The canoe trip is for small groups and includes an experienced guide who instructs on both the canoeing and beaver-watching. There are a lot of brave beavers on the Emajõgi River. If you act correctly, you can see them from very close up. The trip does…

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Männikjärv hiking trail

Männikjärv hiking trail offers wonderful views of Lake Männikjärv and the bog surrounding it. The hiking trail enables you to walk through a boreo-nemoral forest; the 2.2 km trail is suitable for a beginner. The trail is marked with red signs on trees, and it takes about 1 hour to complete it…

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Loone stronghold

The Loone stronghold was constructed in ancient times on a natural hillock which was several metres high. It was protected on three sides by the Keila River. According to the chronicles of Henry the Latvian, the village of Lohu (now Loone) was a place that marauding Crusaders often gathered…

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Suur Tõll and Piret

The sculpture, situated in front of the SPA Hotel Meri was created in 2002 by a renowned Estonian sculptor Tauno Kangro. The sculpture depicts Suur Tõll (the Great Tõll), a mythical hero of the island Saaremaa, and his wife Piret. Good to know: According to the Legend, Sõrve peninsula was…

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Harimägi and Harimäe viewing tower

Harimägi is one of the largest mesas in the Otepää Uplands (211 m above sea level). It is worth coming to Harimäe whenever you are near Otepää. The Harimäe observation tower is located 3 km from Kääriku in the direction of Sangaste. The height of the tower is 28 m, the highest viewing platform is…

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Unforgettable outdoor catering at the Metsarestoran

Metsarestoran – the art of preparing and serving food outdoors. The interior design changes every season and food prepared over open fire leaves an unforgettable experience. No plastic plates, plastic tents or garden chairs. Only campfire, wooden plates, wooden dinnerware, outdoor fry pans and a…

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Rutkaste hiking trail

Enjoy the beautiful nature and pick berries and mushrooms. The trail is accessible by bicycle, on skis, or on foot. Once you reach Ohepalu, you can continue your hike to Udriku lakes or even Mõndavere, Viitna, or Lahemaa. The first 1.5 kilometres of the trail are boggy, but after you cross…

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Lemme beach and RMK campsite

A beautiful natural beach with shores lined with lovely pebbles and a pine forest. The seaside campsite with a fenced garden has been popular for decades.There are 15 campfire sites in the forest, around which there are benches where you can comfortably prepare your own meals. The campsites are not…

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Beaver trail

Located in Oandu, part of the Lahemaa National Park, this 1 km long ‘beaver trail’ takes around half an hour to complete. Passing through the Altja River valley, it provides hikers an opportunity to witness a diversity of plant and animal life, and to spy on the beaver activity of the valley too…

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Fair Maamess

Fair Maamess is the most recognised fair that focuses on rural life in the Baltic States. It is important for both Estonian and foreign companies. The fair’s quality is verified by the fact that it is part of EURASCO, the organiser of the largest agricultural exhibitions in Europe. The fair…

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Entrance: 10 € Takes place 21.04 - 23.04.2022

Ööbikuorg valley and Rõuge lakes

There are seven lakes at Rõuge primeval valley, which is 10 km long and 52 metres deep. The lakes are: Kahrila, Tõugjärv, Ratasjärv, Kaussjärv, Rõuge Suurjärv, Liinjärv, and Valgjärv. The lakes are connected by the River Rõuge or River Ajo, which starts from the valley Tindiorg. Tindiorg, Külmorg…

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Tamme-Lauri oak - Estonia's largest oak tree

The Tamme--Lauri oak is Estonia's largest oak tree. It has a circumference of 8 m (measured at the height of 130 cm) and is approximately 800 years old. The trunk has been filled with reinforced concrete. The Tamme-Lauri oak was named after Laurits, the god of fire, who was said to live in the oak…

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Pärnu Museum

Pärnu Museum is one of the most contemporary museums in the Baltic region, offering excitement for the entire family. The permanent exhibition ‘11,000 Years of History – Experiences from Times Long Ago’ takes you on a fascinating journey through time, starting from the Stone Age, continuing…

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Grillers' Burger Café

Grillers prepares burgers made of domestic produce right in front of your eyes. Nothing is prepared ahead of time; everything is fresh. Every day, Estonian beef, chicken and lamb are used for making burgers; our baker bakes the buns and the rest can be selected by the customer – the level of…

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