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The observation tower on one of the highest hills of the Vitipalu esker field in Elva Landscape Reserve offers a beautiful view of the varied landscape of the surrounding area (access on foot only).
Sights
The varied landscape of the area - variable terrain, beautiful forests, lakes.
Hiking options
Hiking opportunities in the area can be found on the Vapramäe-Vellavere-Vitipalu SA website.
Water
Non drinkable water is available approximately 300 m south - the water of Lake Viti.
Amenities
20 m high wooden tower
Parking
Parking for 6 cars by Vitipalu Road (nr 5280005) ca 700 m from the observation tower.
The observation tower is situated in Elva Landscape Reserve Protection Area. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Contact
Telephone: +372 676 7122
E-mail: info.kiidjarve@rmk.ee
Object type: observation tower
Location info
Location : Tartu County, Tartu-Jõgeva Recreation Area
Ketneri Village, Nõo Municipality, Tartu County
Navigation instructions : Drive south from Elva on Elva-Palupera-Kähri road (nr 22159), after 4,5 km turn left to gravel road (Vitipalu quarry road nr
6940739), after 900 m on crossroad turn right (Vitipalu road nr 528005) and after 1,2 km there is the parking lot with shelter on the left (coordinates
x 6448946,8; y 642141,1 ; B 58.158496 , L 26.415026). From there hiking trail takes You to the tower (ca 700 m).
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Telephone:
+372 676 7122
E-mail:
info.kiidjarve@rmk.ee
Object type:
observation tower
Location info
Location:
Tartu County, Tartu-Jõgeva Recreation Area
Ketneri Village, Nõo Municipality, Tartu County
Navigation instructions:
Drive south from Elva on Elva-Palupera-Kähri road (nr 22159), after 4,5 km turn left to gravel road (Vitipalu quarry road nr
6940739), after 900 m on crossroad turn right (Vitipalu road nr 528005) and after 1,2 km there is the parking lot with shelter on the left (coordinates
x 6448946,8; y 642141,1 ; B 58.158496 , L 26.415026). From there hiking trail takes You to the tower (ca 700 m).
