Kõrgessaare orchids’ study trail (100 m)
Võimalused
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The self-guided study trail offers a chance to learn about local orchids in a short time. Accessible also for tourists travelling by tour buses. The educational flower bed is primarily intended for learning about different species of the orchid family, but it also provides opportunities for outdoor study for schoolchildren and biology enthusiasts. In the middle of Kõrgessaare small town, next to the parking area. The boardwalk trail takes 15 minutes to complete.
Sights
The Kõrgessaare orchids’ study trail is a piece of calcareous grassland in the middle of the small town of Kõrgessaare. Ten species of Orchidaceae grow naturally on flower beds.
Amenities
Large information board, 5 smaller information boards with colour illustrations
Parking
Parking for several tour buses and cars.
Additional information
Before going on a nature walk please read the rules of conduct
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Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.975393
Longitude: 22.492544
L-EST 97x: 413290.9
L-EST 97y: 6538347.2