Starting from Suur Taevaskoda the trail takes you to the high banks of Ahja River. The trail is only for walking!
Parking
Parking in Taevaskodade parking area for 30 cars.
Water
Non-potable water from Ahja River.
Amenities
Indicated with green signs, supported with information boards
Camping
The nearest is Otteni campfire site.
Outdoor Fireplace
Outdoor fireplace with grillrest in Otteni campfire site.
Sights
Suur Taevaskoda, partly preserved Otteni/Valgesoo watermill, Otteni arched watermill bridge, miniature canyon, picturesque views to Ahja River, information board by bushwhackers` hollow.
Additional Information
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
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.
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.
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.
Parking
Parking for 7 cars and 2 buses.
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.
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).
Outdoor Fireplace
Valgesoo bog campfire site
Sights
View of Valgesoo bog, old-growth forest, National Geographic`s yellow window on the study trail.
Additional Information
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
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
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.
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.
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.
Parking
Parking area for 4 cars
Amenities
Covered outdoor fireplace with benches, table with benches and roof, dry toilet, information board
Hiking Options
Kooraste cycling trail
Camping
Maximum number of tents (for 4) allowed is 3.
Berries-mushrooms
Blueberries, mushrooms
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: 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.
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.
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.
Berries-mushrooms
Blueberries, mushrooms
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 Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
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.
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.
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.
Parking
Parking for 4 to 5 cars.
Amenities
The forest hut has no heating, but has a fire ring with barbecue grill, picnic table with shelter, woodshed and dry toilet.
Camping
Maximum number of tents (for 4) allowed is 10.
Berries-mushrooms
Bilberries, cowberries, mushrooms.
Additional Information
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
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.
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.
The campfire site has been established as a rest stop on the hiking route.
Parking
No parking possibilities.
Water
Water can be taken from the Peri stream.
Amenities
Outdoor fireplace, table and benches, firewood shelter, dry toilet
Hiking Options
The campfire site is on the RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve Hiking Route.
Camping
Maximum number of tents (for 4) allowed is 3.
Berries-mushrooms
Mushrooms, cowberries
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: 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!
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!
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Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
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.
Parking
Parking for 2 cars at the campfire site.
Amenities
There are 7 information boards on the trail, rope barriers on steep slopes, table and bench at the far end on the trail
Camping
At Voorepalu campfire site on the other side of the road.
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.
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: 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.
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.
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Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
A nice lakeside spot for forest recreation very close to the small town of Kanepi.
Parking
Parking for 3 cars.
Amenities
Outdoor fireplace with benches and firewood shelter, picnic table with shelter, dry toilet, information board
Camping
Maximum number of tents (for 4) allowed is 5.
Berries-mushrooms
Blueberries, mushrooms.
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: 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
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
The campfire site has been established as a rest stop on the hiking route. It is situated on the bank of Ahja river near Otteni rental hut. In this region the film "The Last Relic”(1969), the most viewed and loved Estonian movie of all times, has been taken. From here it is possible to go to the Taevasoja-Otteni-Taevaskoja hiking trail, but there are also many forest trails in the nearby forests that are suitable for easy walking.
Parking
Parking for 7 cars.
Water
Non-potable water can be taken from the Ahja river.
Amenities
Outdoor fireplace, table and benches, firewood shelter, dry toilet
Hiking Options
The campfire site is on the RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve Hiking Route.
Camping
Maximum number of tents (for 4) allowed is 15.
Berries-mushrooms
Cowberries, mushrooms
Sights
Ahja river, the shooting locations of the beloved Estonian movie "The Last Relic".
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: campfire site
Location info
Location : Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
Põlva municipality, Põlva County
Navigation instructions : From the Himmaste roundabout on Põlva-Mooste Road drive 1 km towards Mooste. Turn left, follow the sign "Ahja 14 km". Drive about 3 km. There is a sign "Otteni veski 1.5 km" on the left. Take Tartu-Räpina Road up to Kärsa, turn right, follow the signs "Koorvere 12 km" and "Eoste 12 km". Drive 2 km and turn left, follow the sign "Himmaste 10 km". Drive 7 km more, follow the sign "Otteni veski 1.5 km" to the right. Drive past Otteni rental hut, over the "Siim's bridge" and turn left. Continue about 0.4 km and you'll be at the campfire site.
From the Himmaste roundabout on Põlva-Mooste Road drive 1 km towards Mooste. Turn left, follow the sign "Ahja 14 km". Drive about 3 km. There is a sign "Otteni veski 1.5 km" on the left. Take Tartu-Räpina Road up to Kärsa, turn right, follow the signs "Koorvere 12 km" and "Eoste 12 km". Drive 2 km and turn left, follow the sign "Himmaste 10 km". Drive 7 km more, follow the sign "Otteni veski 1.5 km" to the right. Drive past Otteni rental hut, over the "Siim's bridge" and turn left. Continue about 0.4 km and you'll be at the campfire site.
The hiking trail starts near the old Tartu-Võru road bridge and goes along the left riverbank on the floodplain through forest up to Merioone spring. At the spring, one should climb up the stairway and along the forest track and path running on the left bank of the Hurmi stream. Most of the trail runs on private land.
Parking
Roadside parking or in the parking area at the Road Museum.
Amenities
Information boards on the trail, boardwalk, bridges, stairs, railings on steep slopes, 2 rest stops
Hiking Options
Available
Sights
Primeval valley of the Ahja river, Merioone sandstone outcrop and spring, magnificent ancient trees
Additional Information
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
Restrictions
The trail is situated in Tilleoru 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
In Tilleoru Landscape Protection Area, Varbuse village, Kanepi municipality, Põlva County
Navigation instructions : Drive along Põlva-Reola Road towards Põlva. From Ihamaru intersection continue straight ahead for about 5.6 km, past the Road Museum. Park the car on the right side of the road, next to the hiking trail information board. The hiking trail starts opposite the board, on the left side of the road.
In Tilleoru Landscape Protection Area, Varbuse village, Kanepi municipality, Põlva County
Navigation instructions:
Drive along Põlva-Reola Road towards Põlva. From Ihamaru intersection continue straight ahead for about 5.6 km, past the Road Museum. Park the car on the right side of the road, next to the hiking trail information board. The hiking trail starts opposite the board, on the left side of the road.
