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The total length of Taagepera hiking trail is 5.4 km. The trail starts and ends at Taagepera campfire site, which offers a possibility of camping and making campfire. Traces of beaver activity, wood ants and rich forests – with larches, firs, oaks etc. – can be seen on the trail along the Õhne river. The trail can also be completed in shorter rounds of 1.6 km and 4.0 km. More precise trail information can be found on the board.
Sights
Taagepera Manor and park, Taagepera Church and graveyard, family burial place of the local barons, "Last Kiss", a sacrificial rock, underground cemetery, Õhne river.
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The hill fort of Lõhavere was occupied by a local Estonian chieftain Lembitu during the Late Iron Age. It is one of the most thoroughly studied hill forts in Estonia. Major archaeological excavations have been conducted on the site since the late 19th century and almost two thirds of the stronghold has been excavated. Many of the stronghold’s details correspond to the description of the castle written in the Livonian Chronicle by a priest called Henry of Latvia in 1215. The stronghold has been built on a moraine hill which rises 8 to 10 meters above the surrounding terrain. Encircling the top of the hill is a man-made sand wall, which was originally supported from inside by a 2.5 meter timber wall. Timber structures were built on the top of the wall. The main gate of the hill fort was on the north side and was probably protected by a wooden tower.
Sights
A memorial “To the defenders of Sakala 1217-1223” designed by sculptor Renaldo Veeber and architect Ülo Stöör was opened in 1969.
Amenities
Gathering place with benches, information board and historical comic storyboards. A trail marked with arrows and a metal stair lead to the main gate of the hill fort. To return from the hill fort to the parking lot there is a wooden staircase.
Location : Viljandi County, Sakala Recreation Area
Lõhavere village, Põhja-Sakala municipality, Viljandi county
Navigation instructions : Drive 31 km along Imavere–Viljandi road and turn towards Vändra. Drive 6.8 km up to Suure-Jaani junction, where the sign “Lõhavere linnamägi 2 km” directs to the right. Drive about 2 km through Kõidama village and turn left, following the sign “Lõhavere linnamägi”. Drive about 1.1 km and you are there.
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Telephone:
+372 526 1924
E-mail:
info.soomaa@rmk.ee
Object type:
rest stop
Location info
Location:
Viljandi County, Sakala Recreation Area
Lõhavere village, Põhja-Sakala municipality, Viljandi county
Navigation instructions:
Drive 31 km along Imavere–Viljandi road and turn towards Vändra. Drive 6.8 km up to Suure-Jaani junction, where the sign “Lõhavere linnamägi 2 km” directs to the right. Drive about 2 km through Kõidama village and turn left, following the sign “Lõhavere linnamägi”. Drive about 1.1 km and you are there.
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Mukri campfire site is located at the edge of the scenic Mukri bog at the beginning of Mukri nature study trail.
Sights
Mukri bog
Hiking options
Mukri nature trail
Amenities
Open campfire site, large shelter, 2 picnic tables, dry toilet, information board, trash bin, 3 benches
Located in Mukri Landscape Reserve. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Contact
Telephone: +372 526 1924
E-mail: info.soomaa@rmk.ee
Object type: campfire site
Location info
Location : Rapla County, Mukri Nature Reserve
Mukri village, Kehtna municipality, Rapla County
Navigation instructions : From Tallinn: Drive to Rapla. From Rapla drive by Rapla-Türi road. From Lelle crossroads turn towards Eidapere and drive 15 km. From Eidapere turn left after the railroad crossing and drive 1.3 km. The campsite is on your right by the road.
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Telephone:
+372 526 1924
E-mail:
info.soomaa@rmk.ee
Object type:
campfire site
Location info
Location:
Rapla County, Mukri Nature Reserve
Mukri village, Kehtna municipality, Rapla County
Navigation instructions:
From Tallinn: Drive to Rapla. From Rapla drive by Rapla-Türi road. From Lelle crossroads turn towards Eidapere and drive 15 km. From Eidapere turn left after the railroad crossing and drive 1.3 km. The campsite is on your right by the road.
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Trail goes through Mukri bog, passing by several bog pools and lakes, the observation tower offers beautiful views.
Located in Mukri Nature Reserve. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Contact
Telephone: +372 526 1924
E-mail: info.soomaa@rmk.ee
Object type: hiking trail
Location info
Location : Rapla County, Mukri Nature Reserve
Mukri village, Kehtna municipality, Rapla county
Navigation instructions : Drive to Rapla. From Rapla drive by Rapla-Türi road. From Lelle
crossroads turn towards Eidapere and drive 15 km. From Eidapere turn
left after the railroad crossing and drive 1.3 km. The trail is on
your right by the road.
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Telephone:
+372 526 1924
E-mail:
info.soomaa@rmk.ee
Object type:
hiking trail
Location info
Location:
Rapla County, Mukri Nature Reserve
Mukri village, Kehtna municipality, Rapla county
Navigation instructions:
Drive to Rapla. From Rapla drive by Rapla-Türi road. From Lelle
crossroads turn towards Eidapere and drive 15 km. From Eidapere turn
left after the railroad crossing and drive 1.3 km. The trail is on
your right by the road.
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The observation tower is located on the Mukri nature trail and offers beautiful views of the Mukri bog, bog pools and forests. The trail has three branches, and the shortest way to the observation tower is along the middle branch, which does not have a separate parking lot. It is 670 m from the parking lot through the southeast branch to the observation tower.
Sights
Mukri bog
Amenities
Covered 18 meter high observation tower, information board
Located in Mukri Nature Reserve. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Contact
Telephone: +372 526 1924
E-mail: info.soomaa@rmk.ee
Object type: observation tower
Location info
Location : Rapla County, Mukri Nature Reserve
Mukri village, Kehtna municipality, Rapla county
Navigation instructions :The observation tower’s location marker on the map shows the location of the study trail's parking lot. Drive to Rapla. From Rapla drive by Rapla-Türi road. From Lelle
crossroads turn towards Eidapere and drive 15 km. From Eidapere turn
left after the railroad crossing and drive 1.3 km. The trail is on
your right by the road.
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Telephone:
+372 526 1924
E-mail:
info.soomaa@rmk.ee
Object type:
observation tower
Location info
Location:
Rapla County, Mukri Nature Reserve
Mukri village, Kehtna municipality, Rapla county
Navigation instructions:
The observation tower’s location marker on the map shows the location of the study trail's parking lot. Drive to Rapla. From Rapla drive by Rapla-Türi road. From Lelle
crossroads turn towards Eidapere and drive 15 km. From Eidapere turn
left after the railroad crossing and drive 1.3 km. The trail is on
your right by the road.
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Sinialliku hiking trail goes along the shore of the beautiful Lake Sinialliku and leads to the enigmatic springs. Hikers can also ascend to the ancient hill fort. You can start the trail either near the former Sinialliku railway station or at Karksi-Nuia–Viljandi road. Hikers can take a longer break at the campfire site, which also offers a safe camping opportunity.
The hiking trail is located in Loodi Nature Park. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Contact
Telephone: +372 526 1924
E-mail: info.soomaa@rmk.ee
Object type: hiking trail
Location info
Location : Viljandi County, Sakala Recreation Area
Sinialliku village, Viljandi municipality, Viljandi county
Navigation instructions : Drive along Imavere–Viljandi road, and 4.5 km from Viljandi towards Karksi-Nuia. At the Sinialliku sign turn right and drive 0.8 km to the parking area. Follow the signs along the hiking trail to the springs.
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Telephone:
+372 526 1924
E-mail:
info.soomaa@rmk.ee
Object type:
hiking trail
Location info
Location:
Viljandi County, Sakala Recreation Area
Sinialliku village, Viljandi municipality, Viljandi county
Navigation instructions:
Drive along Imavere–Viljandi road, and 4.5 km from Viljandi towards Karksi-Nuia. At the Sinialliku sign turn right and drive 0.8 km to the parking area. Follow the signs along the hiking trail to the springs.
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The trail is near Karksi-Nuia–Viljandi road. Car parking in a spacious parking area. The larch stand covers about half a hectare and is impressive with its huge European larch trees. The tallest tree is 43.3 m; the average height of the larches is 38.5 m. The trail takes you to visit the cemetery of von Bock family, the manor lords of Loodi.
Sights
Tall larches and the well-maintained burial place of the Loodi manor lord.
Amenities
At the start of the trail there is information board, benches and dry toilet. The trail is marked with white paint spots on trees.
The hiking trail is located in Loodi Nature Park. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Contact
Telephone: +372 526 1924
E-mail: info.soomaa@rmk.ee
Object type: hiking trail
Location info
Location : Viljandi County, Sakala Recreation Area
Loodi village, Viljandi municipality, Viljandi county
Navigation instructions : Drive along Imavere–Viljandi–Karksi-Nuia road, 7 km from Viljandi towards Karksi-Nuia. The hiking trail starts at the parking area by the left side of the road.
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Telephone:
+372 526 1924
E-mail:
info.soomaa@rmk.ee
Object type:
hiking trail
Location info
Location:
Viljandi County, Sakala Recreation Area
Loodi village, Viljandi municipality, Viljandi county
Navigation instructions:
Drive along Imavere–Viljandi–Karksi-Nuia road, 7 km from Viljandi towards Karksi-Nuia. The hiking trail starts at the parking area by the left side of the road.
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Announcement!
The trail has become impassable due to logging in private forest land. We recommend choosing another nearby hiking trail, such as Heimtali, Sinialliku or Õisu.
You can go to Loodi hiking trail both from the side of Paistu or through the yard of Loodi Manor. At the start of the hiking trail near the manor there is a large campfire site and camping area on the lakeshore. Those who go on the trail should be ready for several difficult ascents, but the red sandstone outcrop with its several springs is worth visiting.
Sights
Species-rich varied spruce and pine forests, steep slopes of the primeval valley and the sandstone outcrop (called the "Loodi Hell").
Amenities
The trail is marked with wooden signs. The circular trail starts at the parking area and is 2 km long.
The hiking trail is located in Loodi Nature Park. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Contact
Telephone: +372 526 1924
E-mail: info.soomaa@rmk.ee
Object type: hiking trail
Location info
Location : Viljandi County, Sakala Recreation Area
Loodi village, Viljandi municipality, Viljandi county
Navigation instructions : Drive along Imavere–Viljandi–Karksi-Nuia road 7.7 km from Viljandi towards Karksi-Nuia and turn left at the Loodi bus stop. Then drive 400 m along the stone road to the parking area. Cross the bridge to get to the start of the hiking trail.
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Telephone:
+372 526 1924
E-mail:
info.soomaa@rmk.ee
Object type:
hiking trail
Location info
Location:
Viljandi County, Sakala Recreation Area
Loodi village, Viljandi municipality, Viljandi county
Navigation instructions:
Drive along Imavere–Viljandi–Karksi-Nuia road 7.7 km from Viljandi towards Karksi-Nuia and turn left at the Loodi bus stop. Then drive 400 m along the stone road to the parking area. Cross the bridge to get to the start of the hiking trail.
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The hiking trail runs along the banks of the beautiful Vidva stream, north of the centre of Õisu manor. At the spacious parking area an information board leads the hikers through a gate to the trail, which is varied and demands little physical effort. The trail is covered with wood chips and on the steep banks of the stream one can find railings, stairs and view platforms. Under the shelter on the other side of the stream visitors can enjoy their take-along meal. The rapid stream offers a scenic view and the relaxing burbling sound of water all the year round. An attentive observer will also find the contours of the water-carrying virgin figure on one of the outcrop walls. Õisu river valley has often been compared to the Taevaskoda outcrops in Põlva County.
Sights
Primeval valley of the Kõpu river and sandstone outcrop.
Amenities
The trail is covered with wood chips in its entire length; there are several stairs, benches, three view platforms, a shelter, two footbridges, dry closet in parking lot.
The hiking trail is located in Õisu Landscape Protection Area. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Contact
Telephone: +372 526 1924
E-mail: info.soomaa@rmk.ee
Object type: hiking trail
Location info
Location : Viljandi County, Sakala Recreation Area
RMK Hiking Route Oandu-Aegviidu-Ikla / Kellissaare – Hüpassaare (28 km)
Võimalused
Hiking trail/Hiking OptionsCampingFireplaceCovered fireplaceMaintenance during summerPublic transportParking
Järva County, Sakala Recreation Area
Announcement!
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The section of the Hiking Route from Kellisaare campfire site to Hüpassaare is about 27 km long. At Kellisaare campfire site the hiker can stop, camp and swim. The first major sight is undoubtedly C.R. Jakobson’s family cemetery of (4.5 km from the start) and farm museum at Kurgja (about 6 km from the start), where there is much to see, and also have a meal in the threshing room of the museum. Moving from the Kellissaare fire place in the direction of the C.R. Jakobson Farm Museum, the hiking trail first runs along the Mädara rampart, which is a special landform created during the Ice Age. The first 2-3 km of the trail there are quite steep rises and falls, so beginners should push their bicycle by hand. The mext three kilometres after the hilly forest path you can go to the farm museum along the road. After the museum visit, a relaxing forest path along the Sakala Road hiking trail (12.2 km) follows. The hiking trail can be passed on foot or by bicycle. Motor vehicles are not allowed on the trail. The first stop on the trail is Saeveski forest hut (4 km from Kurgja), where hikers can overnight or have a picnic. If you have more time and are not tired of walking, you can go on the 8.2 km study trail along the banks of the curvy Saarjõgi River. Also the following campfire sites at Kabelimägi hill (0.5 km from Saeveski) and Luite (7 km from Saeveski) offer a recreation site and a camping area for the hiker. After completing the Sakala Road hiking trail, one can also visit the Vanaõue Holiday Centre, where delicious lamb roast can be enjoyed at advance booking. The Hiking Route continues along forest paths, passes the Lepakose rock and crosses the Navesti River. Again we recommend walking or cycling on the trail. Soon the hikers arrive at the gate of Soomaa National Park – Hüpassaare campfire site (17 km from Saeveski, 9 km from the end of the Sakala Road), to one of the most important cultural objects along the trail – the house-museum of composer Mart Saar. There is a camping area at the campfire site and it is possible to walk in Hüpassaare bog on the 4.4 km study trail. To visit the museum, please refer to the opening hours of Mart Saar Museum at the web page of the Viljandi Museum.
Sights
Attractions along the trail include C. R. Jakobson’s Farm Museum and Mart Saar Museum.
Camping
At campsites and campfire sites along the hiking route.
Amenities
The rest stops along this section of the Hiking Route and distances:
Kellisaare campfire site -Saeveski forest hut 11 km
Saeveski forest hut - Luite campfire site 7 km
Luite campfire site - Hüpassaare campfire site 10 km
Along the trail there are also Kabelimägi campfire site with camping area and Maltsaare recreation site.
Parking
There are several parking areas along the Hiking Route. Smaller parking areas are at Kellisaare, Saeveski, Luite. Larger groups can park at Hüpassaare and Kurgja, and if agreed with the owner, at Vanaõue Holiday Centre
This section of the Hiking Route runs through three counties – Pärnu, Järva and Viljandi County. Kellisaare, Kurgja and Sakala hiking trails start in Vändra municipality. Saeveski and Kabelimägi start in Türi municipality, Järva County. Luite and Hüpassaare campfire sites are located in Viljandi County.
Navigation instructions : You can step on the Hiking Route near C. R. Jakobson’s Farm Museum at Kurgja. Go there along Vändra–Paide road, turn right 13.5 km from Vändra and drive 3.1 km. Alternatively, you can start at the Vanaõue Holiday Centre, at the other end of the Sakala Road, on Suure-Jaani–Vändra road, 16.8 km from Suure-Jaani.
Telephone:
+372 526 1924
E-mail:
info.soomaa@rmk.ee
Object type:
hiking route
Location info
Location:
Järva County, Sakala Recreation Area
This section of the Hiking Route runs through three counties – Pärnu, Järva and Viljandi County. Kellisaare, Kurgja and Sakala hiking trails start in Vändra municipality. Saeveski and Kabelimägi start in Türi municipality, Järva County. Luite and Hüpassaare campfire sites are located in Viljandi County.
Navigation instructions:
You can step on the Hiking Route near C. R. Jakobson’s Farm Museum at Kurgja. Go there along Vändra–Paide road, turn right 13.5 km from Vändra and drive 3.1 km. Alternatively, you can start at the Vanaõue Holiday Centre, at the other end of the Sakala Road, on Suure-Jaani–Vändra road, 16.8 km from Suure-Jaani.
