Iisaku hill is the second-highest place in Ida-Viru County after Uljaste esker. In clear weather, you can see the towers of Pühtitsa Convent and Lake Peipus from the 28 m observation tower on top of the hill.
Sights
The observation tower is situated on the highest natural peak in Ida-Viru County (94 m above sea level) From the tower you can enjoy views of the Pühtitsa Convent in Kuremäe, oil shale mines, mine residue landfills, bogs and Lake Peipus.
The observation tower is situated in Alutaguse National Park. According to the nature conservation rules, motorised vehicle traffic is prohibited outside roads and paths. Campfires can be made only in designated sites. More information about restrictions can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Contact
Telephone: +372 5681 5722
E-mail: info.alutaguse@rmk.ee
Object type: observation tower
Location info
Location : Ida-Viru County, Alutaguse National Park
Alutaguse municipality, Ida-Viru County
Navigation instructions : Drive from Iisaku town along Tartu road over the hillock towards Jõhvi until you see the gravel parking area to your right. Park your car there. Walk on foot for about 150 m along the path into the forest (sign to the landscape reserve).
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Telephone:
+372 5681 5722
E-mail:
info.alutaguse@rmk.ee
Object type:
observation tower
Location info
Location:
Ida-Viru County, Alutaguse National Park
Alutaguse municipality, Ida-Viru County
Navigation instructions:
Drive from Iisaku town along Tartu road over the hillock towards Jõhvi until you see the gravel parking area to your right. Park your car there. Walk on foot for about 150 m along the path into the forest (sign to the landscape reserve).
