Where to go
Taevaskoja-Otteni-Taevaskoja hiking trail (3,8 km)
Taevaskoja-Otteni-Taevaskoja hiking trail (3,8 km)
Taevaskoja-Otteni-Taevaskoja hiking trail (3,8 km)
Taevaskoja-Otteni-Taevaskoja hiking trail (3,8 km)
Taevaskoja-Otteni-Taevaskoja hiking trail (3,8 km)
Taevaskoja-Otteni-Taevaskoja hiking trail (3,8 km)

Taevaskoja-Otteni-Taevaskoja hiking trail (3,8 km)

 

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Hiking trail/Hiking Options
Hiking trail/Hiking Options
Circular trail
Circular trail
Camping
Camping
Covered fireplace
Covered fireplace
Year-round maintenance
Year-round maintenance
Public transport
Public transport
Parking
Parking
Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
Announcement!

The Agriculture and Food Board warns about the spread of avian influenza. Please stay away from dead birds outdoors and ensure that your pets do not come into contact with them.
NB! If you find a dead bird, do not touch it or move it anywhere! Please report it to the Agriculture and Food Board by calling 605 4767 or 1247.

The starting point of the Taevaskoja-Otten-Taevaskoja hiking trail can be reached by walking along the Taevaskoja hiking trail. This spirited circular route starts at Suur Taevaskoda and takes you along the Viimse Reliikvia trails, bringing you back to Suur Taevaskoda. From there, you can follow the Taevaskoja hiking trail back to the car park. The total length of the trail will is 6.8 km.

The trail is only for walking!

Sights

Suur Taevaskoda, partly preserved Otteni/Valgesoo watermill, Otteni arched watermill bridge, miniature canyon, picturesque views to Ahja River, information board by bushwhackers` hollow.

Camping

The nearest is Otteni campfire site.

Water

Non-potable water from Ahja River.

Amenities

Indicated with green signs, supported with information boards

Parking

Parking in Taevaskodade parking area for 30 cars.

Additional information

Before going on a nature walk please read the rules of conduct

Restrictions

The trail is located in the Ahja River Valley Landscape 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: hiking trail

Location info

Location : Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area

Saesaare-Taevaskoja-Otteni region in Põlva County

Navigation instructions : Drive from Tartu towards Põlva along the Põlva -Reola road. 6 km before Põlva, turn to the left towards Taevaskoja. Drive 3,5 km along Kanariku-Kiidjärve road (road nr 18146). Drive through Taevaskoja till before Saesaare bus stop there is the sign "Taevaskoda". Drive 400 m to Taevaskodade parking area. 
From there on foot to Taevaskodade hiking trail, Taevaskoja-Otteni-Taevaskoja hiking trail starts under Suur-Taevaskoda.

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.108083
Longitude: 27.051642
L-EST 97x: 679842,6
L-EST 97y: 6444864,4

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Telephone:
+372 676 7122
E-mail:
info.kiidjarve@rmk.ee
Object type:
hiking trail
Location info
Location:
Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
Saesaare-Taevaskoja-Otteni region in Põlva County
Navigation instructions:
Drive from Tartu towards Põlva along the Põlva -Reola road. 6 km before Põlva, turn to the left towards Taevaskoja. Drive 3,5 km along Kanariku-Kiidjärve road (road nr 18146). Drive through Taevaskoja till before Saesaare bus stop there is the sign "Taevaskoda". Drive 400 m to Taevaskodade parking area. 
From there on foot to Taevaskodade hiking trail, Taevaskoja-Otteni-Taevaskoja hiking trail starts under Suur-Taevaskoda.
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.108083
Longitude: 27.051642
L-EST 97x: 679842,6
L-EST 97y: 6444864,4

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Where to go
Valgesoo observation tower
Valgesoo observation tower
Valgesoo observation tower
Valgesoo observation tower
Valgesoo observation tower
Valgesoo observation tower

Valgesoo observation tower

 

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Hiking trail/Hiking Options
Hiking trail/Hiking Options
Camping
Camping
Observation tower
Observation tower
Covered fireplace
Covered fireplace
Year-round maintenance
Year-round maintenance
Parking
Parking
Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
Announcement!

The Agriculture and Food Board warns about the spread of avian influenza. Please stay away from dead birds outdoors and ensure that your pets do not come into contact with them.
NB! If you find a dead bird, do not touch it or move it anywhere! Please report it to the Agriculture and Food Board by calling 605 4767 or 1247.

According to the project of OÜ Esplan in 2018-2019, the tower with an eye-catching design, reconstructed with the support of cohesion fund funding, offers a magnificent view of valgesoo bog and the study trail running there. Nearby campfire site.

Sights

View of Valgesoo bog, old-growth forest, National Geographic`s yellow window on the study trail.

Hiking options

The Valgesoo study trail (1.8) km starts at the parking lot and RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve hiking route passes the observation tower.

Camping

Valgesoo bog campfire site nearby has space for 5 tents (for 4).

Amenities

The 29.7 m high metal observation tower has 3 intermediate platforms, the last platform is 23.8 m high, with  the windscreen and seating. The platforms are covered with wooden boards.

Parking

Parking for 7 cars and 2 buses.

Additional information

Before going on a nature walk please read the rules of conduct

Restrictions

The tower is situated in the Valgesoo Nature Reserve. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee

Additional Information

Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy

Contact

Telephone: +372 676 7122

E-mail: info.kiidjarve@rmk.ee

Object type: observation tower

Location info

Location : Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area

Põlva County, Põlva municipality, near Kiidjärve–Kärsa road

Navigation instructions : Drive from Tartu to Põlva, turn left at Põlva-Reola highway (road no. 61) 10 km before Põlva from Koorvere crossroad towards Kiidjärve. Drive along the Akste-Häätaru road (road no. 18138) 7 km and then turn to the right at sign Valgesoo to forest road. Drive 150 m until you reach the parking lot.

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.153469
Longitude: 27.057586
L-EST 97x: 679960
L-EST 97y: 6449929

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Telephone:
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E-mail:
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Object type:
observation tower
Location info
Location:
Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
Põlva County, Põlva municipality, near Kiidjärve–Kärsa road
Navigation instructions:
Drive from Tartu to Põlva, turn left at Põlva-Reola highway (road no. 61) 10 km before Põlva from Koorvere crossroad towards Kiidjärve. Drive along the Akste-Häätaru road (road no. 18138) 7 km and then turn to the right at sign Valgesoo to forest road. Drive 150 m until you reach the parking lot.
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.153469
Longitude: 27.057586
L-EST 97x: 679960
L-EST 97y: 6449929

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Where to go
Kooraste Kõrgeperve campsite
Kooraste Kõrgeperve campsite
Kooraste Kõrgeperve campsite
Kooraste Kõrgeperve campsite
Kooraste Kõrgeperve campsite
Kooraste Kõrgeperve campsite
Kooraste Kõrgeperve campsite
Kooraste Kõrgeperve campsite
Kooraste Kõrgeperve campsite
Kooraste Kõrgeperve campsite

Kooraste Kõrgeperve campsite

 

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Hiking trail/Hiking Options
Hiking trail/Hiking Options
Camping
Camping
Covered fireplace
Covered fireplace
Year-round maintenance
Year-round maintenance
Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
Announcement!

The Agriculture and Food Board warns about the spread of avian influenza. Please stay away from dead birds outdoors and ensure that your pets do not come into contact with them.
NB! If you find a dead bird, do not touch it or move it anywhere! Please report it to the Agriculture and Food Board by calling 605 4767 or 1247.

A place for a forest vacation on the high eastern shore of Lake Kõvvõrjärve. Here it is possible to make a fire and camp, catch fish or simply enjoy nature while walking in the beautiful pine forest of the surrounding area, as well as pick berries or mushrooms.

Camping

Maximum number of tents (for 4) allowed is 3.

Hiking options

Kooraste cycling trail 

Amenities

Covered outdoor fireplace with benches, table with benches and roof, dry toilet, information board

Parking

Parking area for 4 cars

Additional information

Before going on a nature walk please read the rules of conduct

Contact

Telephone: +372 676 7122

E-mail: info.kiidjarve@rmk.ee

Object type: campfire site

Location info

Location : Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area

Kooraste, Põlva municipality, Põlva County

Navigation instructions : Drive along the Tallinn-Tartu-Võru-Luhamaa road (road no. 2). From the Kanepi-Leevaku crossroad, drive straight towards Võru for about 600 m. Then turn right onto the Erastvere-Sillaotsa road (road no. 18116) and drive about 8 km to the Sihva-Vidrike-Kärgula-Järvere road. From there, turn right and drive 200 m. At the RMK sign, turn right onto the forest road and after about 800 m the sign points to the left: it is about 80 m to the campfire.

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 57.965548 
Longitude: 26.66888
L-EST 97x: 657929,48
L-EST 97y: 6428040,0

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Telephone:
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E-mail:
info.kiidjarve@rmk.ee
Object type:
campfire site
Location info
Location:
Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
Kooraste, Põlva municipality, Põlva County
Navigation instructions:
Drive along the Tallinn-Tartu-Võru-Luhamaa road (road no. 2). From the Kanepi-Leevaku crossroad, drive straight towards Võru for about 600 m. Then turn right onto the Erastvere-Sillaotsa road (road no. 18116) and drive about 8 km to the Sihva-Vidrike-Kärgula-Järvere road. From there, turn right and drive 200 m. At the RMK sign, turn right onto the forest road and after about 800 m the sign points to the left: it is about 80 m to the campfire.
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 57.965548 
Longitude: 26.66888
L-EST 97x: 657929,48
L-EST 97y: 6428040,0

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Where to go
Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail (11,8 km)
Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail (11,8 km)
Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail (11,8 km)
Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail (11,8 km)
Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail (11,8 km)
Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail (11,8 km)
Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail (11,8 km)
Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail (11,8 km)
Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail (11,8 km)
Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail (11,8 km)
Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail (11,8 km)
Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail (11,8 km)
Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail (11,8 km)
Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail (11,8 km)
Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail (11,8 km)
Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail (11,8 km)
Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail (11,8 km)
Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail (11,8 km)

Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail (11,8 km)

 

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Hiking trail/Hiking Options
Hiking trail/Hiking Options
Circular trail
Circular trail
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Camping
Covered fireplace
Covered fireplace
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Year-round maintenance
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Public transport
Parking
Parking
Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
Announcement!

The Agriculture and Food Board warns about the spread of avian influenza. Please stay away from dead birds outdoors and ensure that your pets do not come into contact with them.
NB! If you find a dead bird, do not touch it or move it anywhere! Please report it to the Agriculture and Food Board by calling 605 4767 or 1247.

The 11,8 km trail starts and ends next to Kiidjärve Visitor Centre and runs along the picturesque bank of Ahja River up to Saesaare weir and bridge and comes back along the ohter bank of the river. The hiking trail is marked with blue dots on signposts and trees.
The trail is only for walking!

Parking

Parking for 10 cars in the Visitor Centre`s parking lot.

Amenities

The hiking trail map is available at the Kiidjärve Visitor Centre.

Additional information

The trail runs along the high river banks, there are high rises and deep falls on the trail - be careful!
Before going on a nature walk please read the rules of conduct

Restrictions

The trail is located in the Ahja River Valley Landscape 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: hiking trail

Location info

Location : Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area

Kiidjärve village, Põlva municipality, Põlva County

Navigation instructions : Drive from Tartu towards Põlva along the Põlva -Reola road. On Koorvere crossroad, 10 km before Põlva, turn to the left towards Kiidjärve. Drive 4 km along Akste-Häätaru road (road nr 18138). There is Kiidjärve Visitor Centre`s parking lot on the left 0,6 km after the bus stop "Kiidjärve park". Move (ca 200 m) over the bridge (pass the house) until the signpost leads to the trail.

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.139355
Longitude: 27.018740
L-EST 97x: 677748
L-EST 97y: 6448256

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Telephone:
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E-mail:
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Object type:
hiking trail
Location info
Location:
Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
Kiidjärve village, Põlva municipality, Põlva County
Navigation instructions:
Drive from Tartu towards Põlva along the Põlva -Reola road. On Koorvere crossroad, 10 km before Põlva, turn to the left towards Kiidjärve. Drive 4 km along Akste-Häätaru road (road nr 18138). There is Kiidjärve Visitor Centre`s parking lot on the left 0,6 km after the bus stop "Kiidjärve park". Move (ca 200 m) over the bridge (pass the house) until the signpost leads to the trail.
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.139355
Longitude: 27.018740
L-EST 97x: 677748
L-EST 97y: 6448256

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Laho forest hut
Laho forest hut
Laho forest hut
Laho forest hut
Laho forest hut
Laho forest hut
Laho forest hut
Laho forest hut
Laho forest hut
Laho forest hut
Laho forest hut
Laho forest hut

Laho forest hut

 

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Forest hut
Forest hut
Camping
Camping
Fireplace
Fireplace
Year-round maintenance
Year-round maintenance
Wheelchair Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessibility
Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
Announcement!

The Agriculture and Food Board warns about the spread of avian influenza. Please stay away from dead birds outdoors and ensure that your pets do not come into contact with them.
NB! If you find a dead bird, do not touch it or move it anywhere! Please report it to the Agriculture and Food Board by calling 605 4767 or 1247.

Laho campfire site for camping in tents and forest hut are situated on the shore of Lake Laho. The forest hut has no heating, but has fire ring with barbecue grill, picnic table with shelter, woodshed and dry toilet. A great place for a lakeside forest holiday.

Camping

Maximum number of tents (for 4) allowed is 10.

Amenities

There is no fireplace in the forest hut. Information board, covered fire pit, table-bench with roof, benches, woodshed, floating platform, toilet

Parking

Parking for 4 to 5 cars.

Additional information

Forest hut is for 4 people. Before going on a nature walk please read the rules of conduct

Restrictions

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: forest hut

Location info

Location : Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area

On the shore of Lake Laho, Põlva municipality, Põlva County

Navigation instructions : Drive from Tartu towards the Räpina road to Säässaare, which is about a km before Mooste. In Säässaare, follow the RMK sign “Laho lõkkekoht” to the campfire site. Follow the sign and drive another 1.5 km until you see the lake. Turn right (follow the sign) and drive another 200 m.

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.148301
Longitude: 27.137412
L-EST 97x: 684684
L-EST 97y: 6449572

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Telephone:
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E-mail:
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Object type:
forest hut
Location info
Location:
Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
On the shore of Lake Laho, Põlva municipality, Põlva County
Navigation instructions:
Drive from Tartu towards the Räpina road to Säässaare, which is about a km before Mooste. In Säässaare, follow the RMK sign “Laho lõkkekoht” to the campfire site. Follow the sign and drive another 1.5 km until you see the lake. Turn right (follow the sign) and drive another 200 m.
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.148301
Longitude: 27.137412
L-EST 97x: 684684
L-EST 97y: 6449572

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Where to go
Peri campfire site
Peri campfire site
Peri campfire site
Peri campfire site
Peri campfire site
Peri campfire site
Peri campfire site

Peri campfire site

 

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Hiking trail/Hiking Options
Hiking trail/Hiking Options
Camping
Camping
Covered fireplace
Covered fireplace
Year-round maintenance
Year-round maintenance
Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
Announcement!

The Agriculture and Food Board warns about the spread of avian influenza. Please stay away from dead birds outdoors and ensure that your pets do not come into contact with them.
NB! If you find a dead bird, do not touch it or move it anywhere! Please report it to the Agriculture and Food Board by calling 605 4767 or 1247.

The campfire site has been established as a rest stop on the hiking route.

Hiking options

The campfire site is on the RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve Hiking Route.

Camping

Maximum number of tents (for 4) allowed is 3.

Amenities

Information board, covered fire pit, table-bench roof, tree shelter, toilet

Water

Water can be taken from the Peri stream.

Parking

No parking possibilities.

Additional information

Before going on a nature walk please read the rules of conduct

Contact

Telephone: +372 676 7122

E-mail: info.kiidjarve@rmk.ee

Object type: campfire site

Location info

Location : Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area

Põlva municipality, Põlva County

Navigation instructions : Drive from Põlva towards Võru, after the Rosma cemetery turn into the forest road. Follow the white-green-white marking of the RMK Hiking Route. The track is not easily passable by car!

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.028801
Longitude: 27.076764
L-EST 97x: 681726
L-EST 97y: 6436111

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Telephone:
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E-mail:
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Object type:
campfire site
Location info
Location:
Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
Põlva municipality, Põlva County
Navigation instructions:
Drive from Põlva towards Võru, after the Rosma cemetery turn into the forest road. Follow the white-green-white marking of the RMK Hiking Route. The track is not easily passable by car!
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.028801
Longitude: 27.076764
L-EST 97x: 681726
L-EST 97y: 6436111

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Where to go
Voorepalu Põrgurada trail (0,5 km)
Voorepalu Põrgurada trail (0,5 km)
Voorepalu Põrgurada trail (0,5 km)
Voorepalu Põrgurada trail (0,5 km)
Voorepalu Põrgurada trail (0,5 km)
Voorepalu Põrgurada trail (0,5 km)

Voorepalu Põrgurada trail (0,5 km)

 

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Hiking trail/Hiking Options
Hiking trail/Hiking Options
Circular trail
Circular trail
Camping
Camping
Covered fireplace
Covered fireplace
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Maintenance during summer
Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
Announcement!

The Agriculture and Food Board warns about the spread of avian influenza. Please stay away from dead birds outdoors and ensure that your pets do not come into contact with them.
NB! If you find a dead bird, do not touch it or move it anywhere! Please report it to the Agriculture and Food Board by calling 605 4767 or 1247.

The trail is excellent for a pleasant walk. Its start is opposite Voorepalu campfire site, across the road, and it runs through an extremely varied landscape with several steep rises and falls.

Sights

The historic Postal Road runs between the campfire site and the hiking trail. Varied landscape, Ristimänd pine-tree and several interesting sights along the trail.

Camping

At Voorepalu campfire site on the other side of the road.

Amenities

There are 7 information boards on the trail, rope barriers on steep slopes, table and bench at the far end on the trail

Parking

Parking for 2 cars at the campfire site.

Additional information

Before going on a nature walk please read the rules of conduct

Contact

Telephone: +372 676 7122

E-mail: info.kiidjarve@rmk.ee

Object type: hiking trail

Location info

Location : Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area

Põlva County, Voorepalu forest, by the side of the former Tartu-Võru road (Postal Road)

Navigation instructions : Drive along Tartu–Põlva road towards Põlva to Vooreküla. After Vooreküla turn right onto Vooreküla–Puskaru road (Road no. 18115, aka former Postal Road). Continue for about 4.5 km, past the Küka bus stop. The campfire site is on the right and the hiking trail on the left. To park your car, turn to the forest road after the campfire site on the right.

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.152422
Longitude: 26.871944
L-EST 97x: 669048
L-EST 97y: 6449331

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Telephone:
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E-mail:
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Object type:
hiking trail
Location info
Location:
Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
Põlva County, Voorepalu forest, by the side of the former Tartu-Võru road (Postal Road)
Navigation instructions:
Drive along Tartu–Põlva road towards Põlva to Vooreküla. After Vooreküla turn right onto Vooreküla–Puskaru road (Road no. 18115, aka former Postal Road). Continue for about 4.5 km, past the Küka bus stop. The campfire site is on the right and the hiking trail on the left. To park your car, turn to the forest road after the campfire site on the right.
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.152422
Longitude: 26.871944
L-EST 97x: 669048
L-EST 97y: 6449331

Google Maps Waze
Where to go
Lake Jõksi campfire site
Lake Jõksi campfire site
Lake Jõksi campfire site

Lake Jõksi campfire site

 

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Camping
Camping
Covered fireplace
Covered fireplace
Maintenance during summer
Maintenance during summer
Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
Announcement!

The Agriculture and Food Board warns about the spread of avian influenza. Please stay away from dead birds outdoors and ensure that your pets do not come into contact with them.
NB! If you find a dead bird, do not touch it or move it anywhere! Please report it to the Agriculture and Food Board by calling 605 4767 or 1247.

A nice lakeside spot for forest recreation very close to the small town of Kanepi.

Camping

Maximum number of tents (for 4) allowed is 5.

Amenities

Outdoor fireplace with benches and firewood shelter, picnic table with shelter, dry toilet, information board

Parking

Parking for 3 cars.

Additional information

Before going on a nature walk please read the rules of conduct

Contact

Telephone: +372 676 7122

E-mail: info.kiidjarve@rmk.ee

Object type: campfire site

Location info

Location : Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area

At Lake Jõksi, near Kanepi, Põlva County

Navigation instructions : Take Tallinn-Tartu-Võru-Luhamaa Road (road no. 2). At Kanepi-Ihamaru junction go towards Kanepi, after about 400 m turn right, and after about 750 m, near the cemetery, a sign directs to the right to the campfire site. Drive 240 m along the road next to the cemetery, then follow the sign to the left. Drive along the small forest road, after about 600 m you will arrive at the campfire site

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 57.99908
Longitude: 26.747536
L-EST 97x: 662428
L-EST 97y: 6448585

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Telephone:
+372 676 7122
E-mail:
info.kiidjarve@rmk.ee
Object type:
campfire site
Location info
Location:
Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
At Lake Jõksi, near Kanepi, Põlva County
Navigation instructions:
Take Tallinn-Tartu-Võru-Luhamaa Road (road no. 2). At Kanepi-Ihamaru junction go towards Kanepi, after about 400 m turn right, and after about 750 m, near the cemetery, a sign directs to the right to the campfire site. Drive 240 m along the road next to the cemetery, then follow the sign to the left. Drive along the small forest road, after about 600 m you will arrive at the campfire site
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 57.99908
Longitude: 26.747536
L-EST 97x: 662428
L-EST 97y: 6448585

Google Maps Waze
Where to go
Sangaste forest park trail (3 km)
Sangaste forest park trail (3 km)
Sangaste forest park trail (3 km)
Sangaste forest park trail (3 km)
Sangaste forest park trail (3 km)
Sangaste forest park trail (3 km)
Sangaste forest park trail (3 km)
Sangaste forest park trail (3 km)
Sangaste forest park trail (3 km)
Sangaste forest park trail (3 km)
Sangaste forest park trail (3 km)
Sangaste forest park trail (3 km)
Sangaste forest park trail (3 km)

Sangaste forest park trail (3 km)

 

Võimalused

Study trail
Study trail
Circular trail
Circular trail
Covered fireplace
Covered fireplace
Year-round maintenance
Year-round maintenance
Parking
Parking
Valga County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
Announcement!

The Agriculture and Food Board warns about the spread of avian influenza. Please stay away from dead birds outdoors and ensure that your pets do not come into contact with them.
NB! If you find a dead bird, do not touch it or move it anywhere! Please report it to the Agriculture and Food Board by calling 605 4767 or 1247.

Announcement!

The stairs, bridges and information on the trail are awaiting reconstruction, please follow the information and directions in nature on site.

The trail introduces the forest park founded by Count Friedrich Georg Magnus Berg, in which nearly two hundred different tree and bush species are represented.

Sights

Sangaste manor park.

Amenities

Information boards, indication, stairs, bridges, outdoor fireplace, benches, woodshed-shelter, dry toilet

Parking

Parking (max 20 car) near Sangaste castle.

Additional information

Before going on a nature walk please read the rules of conduct

Restrictions

The trail is situated in the protected park. Public events for more than 50 people are subject to approval from RMK, more information from puhkus@rmk.ee. 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: study trail

Location info

Location : Valga County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area

Forest park behind Sangaste Castle, Otepää municipality, Valga County

Navigation instructions : On Sangaste–Tõlliste road, 4 km from Sangaste turn right to the Sangaste Castle, and park there. Walk behind the castle to the other side of the ponds to the start of the trail. 

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 57.901036
Longitude: 26.278690
L-EST 97x: 635094
L-EST 97y: 6420007

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Telephone:
+372 676 7122
E-mail:
info.kiidjarve@rmk.ee
Object type:
study trail
Location info
Location:
Valga County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
Forest park behind Sangaste Castle, Otepää municipality, Valga County
Navigation instructions:
On Sangaste–Tõlliste road, 4 km from Sangaste turn right to the Sangaste Castle, and park there. Walk behind the castle to the other side of the ponds to the start of the trail. 
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 57.901036
Longitude: 26.278690
L-EST 97x: 635094
L-EST 97y: 6420007

Google Maps Waze
Where to go
RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve hiking route / Kantsi-Kiidjärve (44 km)
RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve hiking route / Kantsi-Kiidjärve (44 km)
RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve hiking route / Kantsi-Kiidjärve (44 km)
RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve hiking route / Kantsi-Kiidjärve (44 km)
RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve hiking route / Kantsi-Kiidjärve (44 km)
RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve hiking route / Kantsi-Kiidjärve (44 km)
RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve hiking route / Kantsi-Kiidjärve (44 km)
RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve hiking route / Kantsi-Kiidjärve (44 km)
RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve hiking route / Kantsi-Kiidjärve (44 km)
RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve hiking route / Kantsi-Kiidjärve (44 km)
RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve hiking route / Kantsi-Kiidjärve (44 km)

RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve hiking route / Kantsi-Kiidjärve (44 km)

 

Võimalused

Hiking trail/Hiking Options
Hiking trail/Hiking Options
Camping
Camping
Fireplace
Fireplace
Covered fireplace
Covered fireplace
Maintenance during summer
Maintenance during summer
Parking
Parking
Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
Announcement!

The Agriculture and Food Board warns about the spread of avian influenza. Please stay away from dead birds outdoors and ensure that your pets do not come into contact with them.
NB! If you find a dead bird, do not touch it or move it anywhere! Please report it to the Agriculture and Food Board by calling 605 4767 or 1247.

DEAR HIKER!

The Kavastu cable ferry is under maintenance in 2026 and will not operate. Therefore it has to take into account about a 20 km longer route from the Tartu-Räpina road across the Emajõgi river via the Luunja bridge and from there back to the trail route.

If necessary, hikers can stay overnight at the Kastre hunting lodge (est: jahionn; BL: 58.360337, 27.114432) located along the hiking route.

If arranged at least two days in advance, and subject to the service provider’s conditions and availability, it may be possible to cross the river at Kavastu by motorboat. For inquiries, please contact Humala Kalabaas: phone +372 5646 4557, email: kalabaashumala@gmail.com. State Forest Management Centre (RMK) is not responsible for the availability or suitability of this service.

In Kavastu village, the hiking trail crosses the Emajõgi River. Traditionally, this opportunity has been offered since 1899 (with a 16-year break), by the legendary cable ferry or some local boatman, but possibilities change with the seasons other factors, that is why your arrival and crossing the river requires some advance planning. On the other side of the river, after long and straight forest road and another road between open fields, hikers arrive at Võnnu where they can visit the local grocery store. The trail continues through the forest to Ahja campfire site. Next, there is the village of Ahja, where you can replenish your food supply in the shop or at an Olerex petrol station (open 06.00-22.00), visit the The Museum of Tuglas, explore the places familiar from the novel "Väike Illimar" by Friedebert Tuglas, or take a look at Ahja manor estate. From Ahja, continuing along the village landscape and roads between fields, the hiker reaches the Valgesoo campfire site on the edge of the bog, where it is possible to make a small detour to the Valgesoo study trail. From there you can head to the Sõnajala campfire site or the Kiidjärve Visitor Center on the banks of the Ahja River.

Sights

The sights in this section of the hiking route are the river Suur-Emajõgi, which can be crossed either by cable ferry or boat, Ahja manor and Valgesoo bog.

Camping

Tent camping at Kantsi, Ahja and Valgesoo campfire sites.

Amenities

The trail is marked with white-green-white blazes, hiking trail signs and hiking route boards. The rest stops on this section of the hiking route and distances between them:
Kantsi campfire site- Ahja campfire site 28 km
Ahja campfire site-Valgesoo campfire site 14 km
Valgesoo campfire site-Kiidjärve nature centre 3 km

Water

Please note that there is no water available near Kantsi, Ahja and Valgesoo campfire sites. Water is available in Kiidjärve Visitor Centre during the opening hours.

Parking

For long-term parking it is convenient to use the parking area at Kantsi campfire site or Kiidjärve Visitor Centre. In addition, parking is available at most campfire sites on this section of the hiking route.

Additional information

Before going on a nature walk please read the rules of conduct

Restrictions

On the hiking route one should not forget that camping and making a fire is allowed only at places designated for those purposes.

Contact

Telephone: +372 676 7122

E-mail: info.kiidjarve@rmk.ee

Object type: hiking route

Location info

Location : Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area

The hiking trail is in Luunja and Kastre municipalities in Tartu County and in Põlva municipalities in Põlva County

Navigation instructions : On Tartu-Räpina road drive 8 km and turn left (follow the sign "Kavastu"). Drive on 10 km. Cross the intersection, now it is 3 km gravel road to the parking. Park before the gate. The campfire site is on the right from the road 100 m from the gate.

Telephone:
+372 676 7122
E-mail:
info.kiidjarve@rmk.ee
Object type:
hiking route
Location info
Location:
Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
The hiking trail is in Luunja and Kastre municipalities in Tartu County and in Põlva municipalities in Põlva County
Navigation instructions:
On Tartu-Räpina road drive 8 km and turn left (follow the sign "Kavastu"). Drive on 10 km. Cross the intersection, now it is 3 km gravel road to the parking. Park before the gate. The campfire site is on the right from the road 100 m from the gate.
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