Hinni canyon is a ravine 15-20 m in depth. This majestic natural monument in Devonian sandstone is unique in Estonia for its depth. No other deep sandstone canyons are known. The canyon is about 200 m long, 6-10 m wide, narrowing quickly to 3 m. Uniqueness is added by the crisscross of fallen trees and a small cave with a spring. According to the lore, the spring water has a treating and rejuvenating effect. Boardwalk and stairs are provided to access to the narrow and steep canyon. NB! The hiking trail of Hinni Canyon passes through private lands and runs in the immediate vicinity of outdoor areas. Therefore, hiking on this trail is only allowed without pets.
Sights
Natural monument of Devonian sandstone, ravine, dry mixed forest, Rõuge primeval valley hiking trail (10 km), spring.
Hinni Canyon is in private land. Before going on a nature walk please read the rules of conduct
Restrictions
Bird and wildlife conservation area of the Natura 2000 network. Canyon is situated in Haanja Nature Park. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Files
Hinni Canyon brochure was published by Environmental Board in 2012. Download PDF
Contact
Telephone: +372 501 9564
E-mail: info.pahni@rmk.ee
Object type: rest stop
Location info
Location : Võru County, Haanja Nature Park
Võru County, Haanja Nature Park Nursi village, Rõuge municipality, Võru County
Navigation instructions : 1. Drive 8 km from Võru towards Valga (Road no. 67) and turn left towards Rõuge (follow the sign “Rõuge 8 km”). Drive 6.5 km to the signs “Hinni kanjon 3 km”, “Nursi 4,5 km”. Turn right and drive 3 km to the sign “Hinni kanjon 400 m”. Turn left and go to the parking area. There are signs directing to the object.
2. Drive 13 km from Võru towards Valga (Road no. 67) to Nursi. Find the sign “Rõuge 5 km” directing to the left. Follow the sign and drive 1.5 km to the sign “Hinni kanjon 400 m”. Turn right and drive to the parking space.
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Telephone:
+372 501 9564
E-mail:
info.pahni@rmk.ee
Object type:
rest stop
Location info
Location:
Võru County, Haanja Nature Park
Võru County, Haanja Nature Park Nursi village, Rõuge municipality, Võru County
Navigation instructions:
1. Drive 8 km from Võru towards Valga (Road no. 67) and turn left towards Rõuge (follow the sign “Rõuge 8 km”). Drive 6.5 km to the signs “Hinni kanjon 3 km”, “Nursi 4,5 km”. Turn right and drive 3 km to the sign “Hinni kanjon 400 m”. Turn left and go to the parking area. There are signs directing to the object.
2. Drive 13 km from Võru towards Valga (Road no. 67) to Nursi. Find the sign “Rõuge 5 km” directing to the left. Follow the sign and drive 1.5 km to the sign “Hinni kanjon 400 m”. Turn right and drive to the parking space.
