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 observation tower is located on Koig study trail at the edge of the raised bog, 1.5 km from the parking lot and it is 9 m high. The tower offers a view of the bog forest, the open bog area and the bog lakes. The surroundings are especially beautiful in early mornings, when - if you are lucky - you can see a sea eagle or a bald eagle in the sky. In early spring it is possible to hear the calls of grouse.
Sights
Beautiful view of bog lakes, interesting flora, birdlife and fauna.
Hiking options
Koigi study trail
Amenities
9 m high observation tower, boardwalk
Additional information
Up to 6 people allowed in the observation tower! Before going on a nature walk please read the rules of conduct
Restrictions
The tower is located in Koigi Landscape Protection Area. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Parking
Available
Contact
Telephone: +372 454 6880 +372 527 7421
E-mail: info.vilsandi@rmk.ee
Object type: observation tower
Location info
Location : Saare County, Saaremaa Recreation Area
Koigi village, Saaremaa municipality
Navigation instructions :The location marker of the observation tower shows the location of the beginning of the hiking trail on the map.
When coming from the mainland, drive along the Väinatamm causeway towards Kuressaare up to the Orissaare–Laimjala road junction. Turn towards Laimjala and drive 4 km up to the the sign “Koigi matkarada 3 km”. Follow the sign to the gravel road in Koigi village. Drive through the village and follow the sign past the fields to a forest road. You will get to a gravel parking area. There is the start of the hiking trail.
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Telephone:
+372 454 6880 +372 527 7421
E-mail:
info.vilsandi@rmk.ee
Object type:
observation tower
Location info
Location:
Saare County, Saaremaa Recreation Area
Koigi village, Saaremaa municipality
Navigation instructions:
The location marker of the observation tower shows the location of the beginning of the hiking trail on the map.
When coming from the mainland, drive along the Väinatamm causeway towards Kuressaare up to the Orissaare–Laimjala road junction. Turn towards Laimjala and drive 4 km up to the the sign “Koigi matkarada 3 km”. Follow the sign to the gravel road in Koigi village. Drive through the village and follow the sign past the fields to a forest road. You will get to a gravel parking area. There is the start of the hiking trail.
VõimalusedHiking trail/Hiking OptionsRest stopMaintenance during summerWheelchair AccessibilityParking
Saare County, Saaremaa 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 close to Kuressaare - a popular destination as a summer resort - with a beautiful white sand beach.
Sights
A sandy beach located near Kuressaare, mushrooms and protected plants in the forest, Mändjala nature house and Viireristi Landscape Reserve near-by.
VõimalusedHiking trail/Hiking OptionsCampingCovered fireplaceMaintenance during summerParking
Saare County, Saaremaa 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 shaded campsite is in a former gravel quarry, which now looks natural. Located at Abula-Kalasma study trail.
Sights
At the seaside, a wonderful view opens on Tagalaht bay.
Hiking options
Abula-Kalasma study trail.
Amenities
Outdoor fireplace, shelter with table and benches, woodshed, dry toilet, benches
Parking
For 4 cars.
Additional information
The campsite has spaces for 6 tents. In the vicinity there are Kalasma and Abula campsites, located in picturesque places, and Abula-Kalasma study trail. Within 15 km, there is also the Vilsandi National Park Visitor Centre in Loona manor estate and Teesu Nature Reserve. Before going on a nature walk please read the rules of conduct
Contact
Telephone: +372 454 6880
E-mail: info.vilsandi@rmk.ee
Object type: campsite
Location info
Location : Saare County, Saaremaa Recreation Area
Abula village, Saaremaa municipality
Navigation instructions : 9.6 km along Mustjala-Abula village road on the escarpment. A sign directs to the right to the seaside.
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 starts from the parking lot. It leads around RMK Mändjala Nature House, goes through various stages of development of the dune system, reaches the picturesque sandy beach and meanders in a beautiful pine forest on dunes. It takes about 1 hour to cross the trail, 7 information boards introduce the biota and heritage there.
Sights
Dune forest, heritage culture, protected species
Amenities
Information stand with the trail`s map, wooden signsposts, 7 little information boads in Estonian
Parking
Parking for 3 buses or 15 cars in the parking lot.
Mändjala village, Saaremaa municipality, Saare County
Navigation instructions : The Mändjala study trail is located at the 11th km of Kuressaare-Sääre road (signpost "RMK Mändjala Nature House). Turn left into the parking lot, the trail starts at the information board.
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Telephone:
+372 454 6880
E-mail:
info.vilsandi@rmk.ee
Object type:
study trail
Location info
Location:
Saare County, Saaremaa Recreation Area
Mändjala village, Saaremaa municipality, Saare County
Navigation instructions:
The Mändjala study trail is located at the 11th km of Kuressaare-Sääre road (signpost "RMK Mändjala Nature House). Turn left into the parking lot, the trail starts at the information board.
VõimalusedObservation towerMaintenance during summerParking
Saare County, Saaremaa 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 by the sea good for bird and nature observations. To get to the observation tower you must hike through Loode oak-wood. From the tower you get a beautiful view of Kuressaare Bay.
Sights
Birds of Kuressaare Bay, Järve dunes landscape reserve and beach, Loode oak-wood
Only 6 people at a time allowed in the tower! Located in Loodenina Nature Reserve. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Contact
Telephone: +372 454 6880
E-mail: info.vilsandi@rmk.ee
Object type: observation tower
Location info
Location : Saare County, Saaremaa Recreation Area
Nasva village, Saaremaa municipality
Navigation instructions : Drive by Kuressaare-Sõrve road for 3 km and leave your car at the Loode oak-wood's parking place. Signs will guide you to the observation tower. It is about 2 km through the oak-wood.
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Telephone:
+372 454 6880
E-mail:
info.vilsandi@rmk.ee
Object type:
observation tower
Location info
Location:
Saare County, Saaremaa Recreation Area
Nasva village, Saaremaa municipality
Navigation instructions:
Drive by Kuressaare-Sõrve road for 3 km and leave your car at the Loode oak-wood's parking place. Signs will guide you to the observation tower. It is about 2 km through the oak-wood.
VõimalusedHiking trail/Hiking OptionsRest stopMaintenance during summerParking
Saare County, Saaremaa 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.
Long beach with golden sands, interesting protected plant species can be found under the pine trees.
Sights
Beautiful seaside and pine forest with protected species, close by Mändjala nature house and Viieristi Nature Reserve
Navigation instructions : Drive on the Kuressaare-Sõrve road for 14.8 km. The parking area is on the left side of the road. Boardwalk leads to the seaside
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 runs in the largest bog of Saaremaa, where different development stages of the mire can be observed. A popular legend goes that in the bog lake of Koigi a treasure was once buried, and it is guarded by spirits who occasionally reveal themselves to people.
Sights
The only bog in Saaremaa with wonderful pools and hollows
Amenities
3 information boards, 3 benches, trail covered in wood chips and a boardwalk leading around the Lake Pitkjärv (also know as Lake Pikkjärv), 3 bridges, 3 observation platforms and 9 m high observation tower, dry toilet in the parking lot.
Up to 6 people allowed in the observation tower! The trail is located in Koigi Landscape Protection Area. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Contact
Telephone: +372 454 6880
E-mail: info.vilsandi@rmk.ee
Object type: study trail
Location info
Location : Saare County, Viidumäe Nature Reserve
Koigi village, Saaremaa municipality
Navigation instructions : When coming from the mainland, drive along the Väinatamm causeway towards Kuressaare up to the Orissaare–Laimjala road junction. Turn towards Laimjala and drive 4 km up to the the sign “Koigi matkarada 3 km”. Follow the sign to the gravel road in Koigi village. Drive through the village and follow the sign past the fields to a forest road. You will get to a gravel parking area. There is the start of the hiking trail.
By clicking on the map it will open the map application larger in a new window.
Telephone:
+372 454 6880
E-mail:
info.vilsandi@rmk.ee
Object type:
study trail
Location info
Location:
Saare County, Viidumäe Nature Reserve
Koigi village, Saaremaa municipality
Navigation instructions:
When coming from the mainland, drive along the Väinatamm causeway towards Kuressaare up to the Orissaare–Laimjala road junction. Turn towards Laimjala and drive 4 km up to the the sign “Koigi matkarada 3 km”. Follow the sign to the gravel road in Koigi village. Drive through the village and follow the sign past the fields to a forest road. You will get to a gravel parking area. There is the start of the hiking trail.
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.
One of the best exposed and accessible meteorite craters in the world. About 3470 - 3545 years ago, a huge rock from space came hurtling toward the Earth. Several kilometers above the Earth’s surface, the meteorite broke into pieces from the pressure and heat of the atmosphere. The explosion left nine total craters, now known as the Kaali Meteorite Crater Field. The largest crater (which measures 110 meters across) is believed to have been a sacred site for many centuries due to its cosmic origin.
Sights
Kaali meteorite crater is the most important geological sight in Saaremaa. It is the most easily accessible and the first meteorite crater in Europe.
Amenities
2 information boards, 10 benches, stairs with handrails
Parking
Parking in front of the Kaali Visitor Centre for 5 buses and 20 cars.
Located in Kaali Prodrcted Landscape. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Contact
Telephone: +372 454 6880
E-mail: info.vilsandi@rmk.ee
Object type: rest stop
Location info
Location : Saare County, Saaremaa Recreation Area
Kaali village, Saaremaa municipality
Navigation instructions : Starting from Kuressaare: Drive by Kuressaare-Kuivastu road and turn left 15 km from Kuressaare. Drive 5 km and turn right towards Kaali. In 800 m you will reach the parking area.
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Telephone:
+372 454 6880
E-mail:
info.vilsandi@rmk.ee
Object type:
rest stop
Location info
Location:
Saare County, Saaremaa Recreation Area
Kaali village, Saaremaa municipality
Navigation instructions:
Starting from Kuressaare: Drive by Kuressaare-Kuivastu road and turn left 15 km from Kuressaare. Drive 5 km and turn right towards Kaali. In 800 m you will reach the parking area.
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 runs alongside the historic Sõrve postal route and offers a view on the coastal terrace with species-rich protected mire below it. 35 km along Kuressaare–Sõrve road.
Parking
Parking by Sõrve road.
Amenities
5 small information boards on the track. At the beginning of the trail, on Viieristi Hill and at the Kõrgema Spring, it is possible to rest your feet on a wooden bench.
Additional Information
Also nearby are > and Viieristi Quarry.
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 Viieristi Nature Reserve. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Contact
Telephone: +372 454 6880
E-mail: info.vilsandi@rmk.ee
Object type: study trail
Location info
Location : Saare County, Saaremaa Recreation Area
Saaremaa municipality
Navigation instructions : To get to Viieristi
hiking trail, drive 34 km along Kuressaare–Sääre road (follow the sign “RMK
matkarada”).
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 seaside spot surrounded by forest to stay with family or friends, or spend the night for free. Principles of freedom to roam must be observed!
Sights
Beautiful sandy beach and pine forest
Amenities
There is a table and benches and a fireplace in the hut. The hut sleeps 4 people. Outside there is a picnic table, dry toilet, woodshed and an outdoor fireplace.
Parking
Parking for 5 cars, walk about 500 metres to the hut.
Navigation instructions : From Kuressaare: Drive to Leisi. From Leisi drive 2 km along Leisi–Orissaare road to the Triigi road junction, turn left towards the Triigi Harbour and drive 1 km. Then turn left once again (follow the sign “RMK lõkkekoht”). Drive 900 m to RMK information board, turn left there and drive 50 m. Turn left again and leave your car in the parking space. Ninanuki forest hut is 500 m from the parking space.
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Telephone:
+372 454 6880
E-mail:
info.vilsandi@rmk.ee
Object type:
forest hut
Location info
Location:
Saare County, Saaremaa Recreation Area
Triigi peninsula, Saaremaa municipality
Navigation instructions:
From Kuressaare: Drive to Leisi. From Leisi drive 2 km along Leisi–Orissaare road to the Triigi road junction, turn left towards the Triigi Harbour and drive 1 km. Then turn left once again (follow the sign “RMK lõkkekoht”). Drive 900 m to RMK information board, turn left there and drive 50 m. Turn left again and leave your car in the parking space. Ninanuki forest hut is 500 m from the parking space.
