Where to go

Veski quarry rest stop

 
Lääne County, Nõva Recreation Area

An old sand quarry from the soviet time that has now been taken under protection. The hollows in the bottom of the quarry have filled with water and the protected natterjack toad has been populated there. In the surrounding you can see the recovery of the nature that suffered in the 2008 forest fire. The 30 m high dunes date back 8000 years to the times when the Littorina Sea lay here.

Parking

Parking for 4 cars

Amenities

Information board about fire safety in the forest, the natterjack toad and sand lizard

Sights

Ponds of the natterjack toad, sings of the 2008 forest fire and Lake Veskijärv

Additional Information

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

Contact

Telephone: +372 506 2004

E-mail: info.nova@rmk.ee

Object type: rest stop

Location info

Location : Lääne County, Nõva Recreation Area

Nõmmemaa village, Lääne-Nigula municipality, Lääne county

Navigation instructions : From Tallinn:
Drive through Keila towards Haapsalu for 47 km. Turn right from Määra crossroads (sign "RMK Nõva külastuskeskus"). Drive for 26 km, then turn left (sign "Variku 10 km"). Drive for 4 km and then turn left (sign "RMK Veskijärv"). Drive 400 m and you have arrived.

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 59.179497
Longitude: 23.734228
L-EST 97x: 484824
L-EST 97y: 6560134

Telephone:
+372 506 2004
E-mail:
info.nova@rmk.ee
Object type:
rest stop
Location info
Location:
Lääne County, Nõva Recreation Area
Nõmmemaa village, Lääne-Nigula municipality, Lääne county
Navigation instructions:
From Tallinn:
Drive through Keila towards Haapsalu for 47 km. Turn right from Määra crossroads (sign "RMK Nõva külastuskeskus"). Drive for 26 km, then turn left (sign "Variku 10 km"). Drive for 4 km and then turn left (sign "RMK Veskijärv"). Drive 400 m and you have arrived.
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 59.179497
Longitude: 23.734228
L-EST 97x: 484824
L-EST 97y: 6560134

Where to go

Keibu campfire site II

 
Harju County, Nõva Recreation Area

A site for camping and resting with a good swimming place.

Parking

Parking for up to 8 cars

Amenities

Outdoor fireplace, dry toilet, picnic shelter, information board

Outdoor Fireplace

Uncovered Fireplace

Covered Fireplace

Berries-mushrooms

Mushrooms

Maintenance
Year-round maintenance
Maintenance during summer
Maintenance during winter
Sights

Keibu Bay and clean sandy beach with singing sand

Additional Information

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

Restrictions

Located in Nõva Nature Reserve. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee

Contact

Telephone: +372 506 2004

E-mail: info.nova@rmk.ee

Object type: campfire site

Location info

Location : Harju County, Nõva Recreation Area

Keibu village, Lääne-Harju municipality, Harju county

Navigation instructions : Drive 47 km from Tallinn through Keila towards Haapsalu and turn right at the Määra road junction (sign “Nõva 29 km”). From the Maissoo bus stop drive 200 m towards Nõva and turn right again. Drive 1.3 km, turn left (sign “RMK parkla”) and drive about 1 km to Keibu I campfire site. To get to Keibu II campfire site, drive 600 m more.

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 59.248277
Longitude: 23.746871
L-EST 97x: 485556
L-EST 97y: 6567799

Telephone:
+372 506 2004
E-mail:
info.nova@rmk.ee
Object type:
campfire site
Location info
Location:
Harju County, Nõva Recreation Area
Keibu village, Lääne-Harju municipality, Harju county
Navigation instructions:
Drive 47 km from Tallinn through Keila towards Haapsalu and turn right at the Määra road junction (sign “Nõva 29 km”). From the Maissoo bus stop drive 200 m towards Nõva and turn right again. Drive 1.3 km, turn left (sign “RMK parkla”) and drive about 1 km to Keibu I campfire site. To get to Keibu II campfire site, drive 600 m more.
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 59.248277
Longitude: 23.746871
L-EST 97x: 485556
L-EST 97y: 6567799

Where to go

RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve hiking route / Peraküla-Vihterpalu (27 km)

 
Lääne County, Nõva Recreation Area
Estonia's longest hiking route starts at Nõva Visitor Centre at Peraküla and runs at first along a nearly century-old cobblestone road to solitary woods and then to the seaside. Along the trail there are spectacular lakes, amazing sandy beaches and wonderful villages.
Parking

The best facility for long-term parking is at Nõva Visitor Centre. A few cars can also be parked at each campsite along the hiking route.

Water

Drinking water available at Nõva Visitor Centre; non-potable water from Lake Allika, Lake Toates, Lepaauk, the Vihterpalu river.

Amenities

The trail is signposted and marked with white-green-white paint marks on trees.
The rest stops on the trail and distances between them:

  • Nõva Visitor Centre -Allikajärve campfire site 1,2 km
  • Allikajärve campfire site - Lepaaugu campfire site 10 km
  • Lepaaugu campfire site - Keibu campfire I site 2 km
  • Keibu campfire site I -Vihterpalu campfire site 13 km

Hiking Options

Available

Outdoor Fireplace

Uncovered Fireplace

Covered Fireplace

Additional Information

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

Contact

Telephone: +372 506 2004

E-mail: info.nova@rmk.ee

Object type: hiking route

Location info

Location : Lääne County, Nõva Recreation Area

Lääne-Nigula municipality, Lääne-Harju municipality

Telephone:
+372 506 2004
E-mail:
info.nova@rmk.ee
Object type:
hiking route
Location info
Location:
Lääne County, Nõva Recreation Area
Lääne-Nigula municipality, Lääne-Harju municipality
Where to go

Vihterpalu campfire site

 
Harju County, Nõva Recreation Area

A nice small campfire site by the Vihterpalu river. Suits well for those hiking in the Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve hiking route. The campfire site is near the Vihterpalu-Alliklepa road.

Parking

For up to 4 cars

Water

Water can be taken from the Vihterpalu river.

Amenities

Shelter with a table and benches, outdoor fireplace, dry toilet, waste bin, information board

Hiking Options

Campsite is located on Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve hiking route

Outdoor Fireplace

Uncovered Fireplace

Covered Fireplace

Berries-mushrooms

Dewberries

Sights

Vihterpalu Manor

Additional Information

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

Contact

Telephone: +372 506 2004

E-mail: info.nova@rmk.ee

Object type: campfire site

Location info

Location : Harju County, Nõva Recreation Area

Vihterpalu village, Lääne-Harju municipality, Harju County

Navigation instructions : When coming from Tallinn: Drive along the Keila-Haapsalu road through Padise and at the 24th kilometre at Määra intersection, turn towards Harju-Risti. Drive on up to Vihterpalu village and turn right there at the road sign "Vihterpalu mõis 1". Drive on up to the bridge across the Vihterpalu river and immediately after the bridge, on the left, there is the Vihterpalu campfire site.

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 59.259253
Longitude: 23.871720
L-EST 97x: 492682.7
L-EST 97y: 6569001.8

Telephone:
+372 506 2004
E-mail:
info.nova@rmk.ee
Object type:
campfire site
Location info
Location:
Harju County, Nõva Recreation Area
Vihterpalu village, Lääne-Harju municipality, Harju County
Navigation instructions:
When coming from Tallinn: Drive along the Keila-Haapsalu road through Padise and at the 24th kilometre at Määra intersection, turn towards Harju-Risti. Drive on up to Vihterpalu village and turn right there at the road sign "Vihterpalu mõis 1". Drive on up to the bridge across the Vihterpalu river and immediately after the bridge, on the left, there is the Vihterpalu campfire site.
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 59.259253
Longitude: 23.871720
L-EST 97x: 492682.7
L-EST 97y: 6569001.8

Where to go

Marimetsa hiking trail (9 km)

 
Lääne County, Marimetsa Nature Reserve
The 9 km out-and-back trail offers a good opportunity to get acquainted with different habitats—the surface road at the start of the trail runs along a forest divide, across a meadow and through a spruce forest along the banks of the Marimetsa stream. The boardwalk at the end of the trail leads you across the fen, raised bog and transitional mire to bog pools.
Parking

A gravel parking area for 17 cars

Amenities

There is an information board with the map of Marimetsa Nature Reserve and trail map and the sign to the trail at the start of the trail. The first part of the trail (2.5 km) is partly covered with bark mulch, has DC and 3 small information boards. The boardwalk in the bog (1.94 km) has 3 rest stops and 10 small information boards. The trail also features an 7,6 m high observation tower.

Hiking Options

Available

Sights

Marimetsa stream, Kuresilma hill, Marimetsa fen, transitional mire, raised bog and bog pools

Additional Information

  • The boardwalk may be slippery depending on the weather. We ask you to please keep your pets on a leash!
  • 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 the special management zone of Marimetsa Nature Reserve. Before your visit, please refer to the protection rules of Marimetsa Nature Reserve here.
Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee

Contact

Telephone: +372 472 4236

E-mail: info.matsalu@rmk.ee

Object type: hiking trail

Location info

Location : Lääne County, Marimetsa Nature Reserve

Rõuma village, Lääne-Nigula municipality, Lääne County

Navigation instructions : Drive 3 km on Risti–Virtsu road, turn right at Rõuma (see the sign for the hiking trail). After 300 m arrive at the parking space with an information board with trail map and trailhead.

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.963967
Longitude: 24.065672
L-EST 97x: 503778
L-EST 97y: 6536104

Telephone:
+372 472 4236
E-mail:
info.matsalu@rmk.ee
Object type:
hiking trail
Location info
Location:
Lääne County, Marimetsa Nature Reserve
Rõuma village, Lääne-Nigula municipality, Lääne County
Navigation instructions:
Drive 3 km on Risti–Virtsu road, turn right at Rõuma (see the sign for the hiking trail). After 300 m arrive at the parking space with an information board with trail map and trailhead.
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.963967
Longitude: 24.065672
L-EST 97x: 503778
L-EST 97y: 6536104

Where to go

Salajõe study trail (1,5 km)

 
Lääne County, Nõva Recreation Area
On the study trail that runs along the bank of Salajõgi, you can get to know the karst phenomena - the karst forms of Salajõgi were created before the last ice age, more than 13,000 years ago. From the trail, views of the riverbed and sinkholes of Salajõgi open up. They are dry during part of the year, but high water causes the water to flow and creates a karst lake.
Parking

Parking area with hard cover for 1 bus or 5 cars

Amenities

2 information boards

Hiking Options

1,5 km out-and-back trail

Additional Information

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

Restrictions

Located in Salajõe Landscape Reserve. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee

Contact

Telephone: +372 506 2004

E-mail: info.novarmk.ee

Object type: study trail

Location info

Location : Lääne County, Nõva Recreation Area

Vedra village, Lääne-Nigula municipality, Lääne county

Navigation instructions : Starting from Tallinn:
Drive to Keila. From Keila start driving towards Haapsalu. 12 km before Haapsalu turn to Linnamäe. From this road turn to Dirhami and drive for 4 km. Parking area is on your right.

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 59.021633
Longitude: 23.669721
L-EST 97x: 481030
L-EST 97y: 6542572

Telephone:
+372 506 2004
E-mail:
info.novarmk.ee
Object type:
study trail
Location info
Location:
Lääne County, Nõva Recreation Area
Vedra village, Lääne-Nigula municipality, Lääne county
Navigation instructions:
Starting from Tallinn:
Drive to Keila. From Keila start driving towards Haapsalu. 12 km before Haapsalu turn to Linnamäe. From this road turn to Dirhami and drive for 4 km. Parking area is on your right.
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 59.021633
Longitude: 23.669721
L-EST 97x: 481030
L-EST 97y: 6542572

Where to go

Marimetsa hiking trail’s observation tower (4.5 km from the parking)

 
Lääne County, Marimetsa Nature Reserve

At the end of the Marimetsa hiking trail, 4.5 km from the parking lot, there is a 7.6 m high wooden observation tower. From there you can see a picturesque view of the Marimetsa bog. Which covers approximately 5000 ha. The bog is surrounded by forested dunes.

Parking

A gravel parking area for 2 buses or 10 cars

Amenities

7.6 m high wooden observation tower with 2 platforms, 4 benches. Boardwalk.

Hiking Options

Marimetsa hiking trail

Sights

Marimetsa bog as one of the oldest bogs in western Estonia, its plants, birds and animals.

Additional Information

  • The boardwalk may be slippery depending on the weather. We ask you to please keep your pets on a leash!
  • 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 special management zone of Marimetsa Nature Reserve. Before your visit, please refer to the protection rules of Marimetsa Nature Reserve here.
    Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee

    Contact

    Telephone: +372 513 8783

    E-mail: info.matsalu@rmk.ee

    Object type: observation tower

    Location info

    Location : Lääne County, Marimetsa Nature Reserve

    Rõuma village, Lääne-Nigula municipality, Lääne County

    Navigation instructions : The location marker of the observation tower shows the location of the beginning of the hiking trail on the map.
    Drive 3 km on Risti–Virtsu road, turn right at Rõuma (see the sign for the hiking trail). After 300 m arrive at the parking space with an information board with trail map and trailhead.

    Coordinates:

    Long-Lat WGS 84
    Latitude: 58.960831
    Longitude: 24.008435
    L-EST 97x: 503778
    L-EST 97y: 6536104

    Telephone:
    +372 513 8783
    E-mail:
    info.matsalu@rmk.ee
    Object type:
    observation tower
    Location info
    Location:
    Lääne County, Marimetsa Nature Reserve
    Rõuma village, Lääne-Nigula municipality, Lääne County
    Navigation instructions:
    The location marker of the observation tower shows the location of the beginning of the hiking trail on the map.
    Drive 3 km on Risti–Virtsu road, turn right at Rõuma (see the sign for the hiking trail). After 300 m arrive at the parking space with an information board with trail map and trailhead.
    Coordinates:

    Long-Lat WGS 84
    Latitude: 58.960831
    Longitude: 24.008435
    L-EST 97x: 503778
    L-EST 97y: 6536104

    Where to go

    Marimetsa parking area

     
    Lääne County, Nõva Recreation Area

    Parking area is the starting point for Marimetsa hiking trail. There is an information board with the map of the trail and general information about Marimetsa Nature Reserve. 

    Parking

    Parking area covered with gravel for up to 17 cars

    Amenities

    Information board and signpost leading to the trail

    Hiking Options

    Available

    Additional Information

    • Please keep dogs on leash!
    • Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy

    Contact

    Telephone: +372 472 4236

    E-mail: info.matsalu@rmk.ee

    Object type: other

    Location info

    Location : Lääne County, Nõva Recreation Area

    Rõuma village, Lääne-Nigula municipality, Lääne county

    Navigation instructions : Starting from Tallinn:
    Start driving towards Haapsalu. After 67 km, at Risti turn left towards Virtsu. Drive 3 km and turn right. Drive 300 m and you will see the parking area and information board.

    Coordinates:

    Long-Lat WGS 84
    Latitude: 58.964013
    Longitude: 24.065581
    L-EST 97x: 503773
    L-EST 97y: 6536109

    Telephone:
    +372 472 4236
    E-mail:
    info.matsalu@rmk.ee
    Object type:
    other
    Location info
    Location:
    Lääne County, Nõva Recreation Area
    Rõuma village, Lääne-Nigula municipality, Lääne county
    Navigation instructions:
    Starting from Tallinn:
    Start driving towards Haapsalu. After 67 km, at Risti turn left towards Virtsu. Drive 3 km and turn right. Drive 300 m and you will see the parking area and information board.
    Coordinates:

    Long-Lat WGS 84
    Latitude: 58.964013
    Longitude: 24.065581
    L-EST 97x: 503773
    L-EST 97y: 6536109

    Where to go

    Marjatasku parking area

     
    Lääne County, Nõva Recreation Area
    A place to leave your car when you go to pick berries in the forest. In autumn you can also gather mushrooms, so you can bake mushroom pies in winter.
    Amenities

    Bench and information board

    Additional Information

    • Ask for more information about berries from RMK Nõva Visitor Centre.
    • Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy

    Restrictions

    The site is located in Nõva Nature Reserve. The ground is mainly composed of sand and the berry plants are therefore attached to it very lightly. Please pick berries only with your own hands.
    Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee

    Contact

    Telephone: +372 506 2004

    E-mail: info.nova@rmk.ee

    Object type: other

    Location info

    Location : Lääne County, Nõva Recreation Area

    Peraküla village, Lääne-Nigula municipality, Lääne County

    Navigation instructions : Starting from Tallinn.
    Drive towards Haapsalu for 47 km and turn right from the Määra crossroads (sign "Nõva 29 km"). Drive through the village of Nõva 3,2 km towards Haapsalu and turn right from the Peraküla bus stop. Drive 1,9 km to Peraküla village where rock road starts. Small parking areas are located on both sides of the road.

    Coordinates:

    Long-Lat WGS 84
    Latitude: 59.209289
    Longitude: 23.617531
    L-EST 97x: 478151
    L-EST 97y: 6563491

    Telephone:
    +372 506 2004
    E-mail:
    info.nova@rmk.ee
    Object type:
    other
    Location info
    Location:
    Lääne County, Nõva Recreation Area
    Peraküla village, Lääne-Nigula municipality, Lääne County
    Navigation instructions:
    Starting from Tallinn.
    Drive towards Haapsalu for 47 km and turn right from the Määra crossroads (sign "Nõva 29 km"). Drive through the village of Nõva 3,2 km towards Haapsalu and turn right from the Peraküla bus stop. Drive 1,9 km to Peraküla village where rock road starts. Small parking areas are located on both sides of the road.
    Coordinates:

    Long-Lat WGS 84
    Latitude: 59.209289
    Longitude: 23.617531
    L-EST 97x: 478151
    L-EST 97y: 6563491

    Where to go

    Forestry study trail (1.5 km)

     
    Lääne County, Nõva Recreation Area

    The study trail starts next to the RMK Nõva Visitor Centre, runs on forest roads that are surrounded by different species of trees and bushes. The trail goes through clearcut areas and different types of forests.

    Parking

    Parking for 2 buses or 15 cars

    Amenities

    The trail is marked with signposts

    Hiking Options

    true

    Additional Information

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

    Contact

    Telephone: +372 506 2004

    E-mail: info.nova@rmk.ee

    Object type: study trail

    Location info

    Location : Lääne County, Nõva Recreation Area

    Lääne-Nigula municipality, Lääne County

    Navigation instructions : From Tallinn:
    Drive to Keila. From Keila start driving towards Haapsalu. Drive 47 km and turn right from Määra crossroads (sign "Nõva 29 km"). Drive through Nõva towards Haapsalu and turn right from Peraküla bus stop. Drive 1.9 km until you reach Peraküla village. In the villages follow the sign "RMK Nõva külastuskeskus". The trail starts next to the Nõva Visitor Centre.

    Coordinates:

    Long-Lat WGS 84
    Latitude: 59.208929
    Longitude: 23.623913
    L-EST 97x: 478516
    L-EST 97y: 6563449

    Telephone:
    +372 506 2004
    E-mail:
    info.nova@rmk.ee
    Object type:
    study trail
    Location info
    Location:
    Lääne County, Nõva Recreation Area
    Lääne-Nigula municipality, Lääne County
    Navigation instructions:
    From Tallinn:
    Drive to Keila. From Keila start driving towards Haapsalu. Drive 47 km and turn right from Määra crossroads (sign "Nõva 29 km"). Drive through Nõva towards Haapsalu and turn right from Peraküla bus stop. Drive 1.9 km until you reach Peraküla village. In the villages follow the sign "RMK Nõva külastuskeskus". The trail starts next to the Nõva Visitor Centre.
    Coordinates:

    Long-Lat WGS 84
    Latitude: 59.208929
    Longitude: 23.623913
    L-EST 97x: 478516
    L-EST 97y: 6563449