Where to go

Altmetsa observation tower (ca 1.5 km from the parking)

 
Jõgeva County, Alam-Pedja Nature Reserve

Altmetsa observation tower is located on the circular Kirna study trail. The tower is 1.5 km from the parking lot along the right branch of the trail and 5.3 km along the left branch. The so-called watchtower-type massive log tower, is located on the Altmetsa campfire site on the former farm land. From the observation tower, you can enjoy pleasant views of the Pedja River and the meadows.

Parking

The parking lot for 8 cars is located at the beginning of the Kirna study trail before the Pedja river bridge

Amenities

12 m high log observation tower, informnation  boards on the walls of the intermediate platforms, tables and benches above.

Hiking Options

On foot on Kirna study trail,  water trip along the Pedja River

Outdoor Fireplace

Uncovered Fireplace Altmetsa campfire site 

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

Views of the Pedja River and meadow, wildlife

Additional Information

  • Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
  • Kirna study trail can be impassable during the flood. 
  • On the trail gun shots can be heard – this is because of the shooting practice of the Defence League.
  • Restrictions

    The campfire site is situated in Alam-Pedja 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 : Jõgeva County, Alam-Pedja Nature Reserve

    Põltsamaa municipality, Jõgeva County

    Navigation instructions : The observation tower location marker on the map shows the location of the trail's parking lot.
    By land: drive along the Tartu–Tallinn road, 30 km from Tartu, turn left in Puurmani towards Jüriküla (there are 2 signs under the bridge – “Kirna 5” and “Jüriküla keskus”) and drive 5 km till the parking lot of Kirna study trail. Continue on foot 1,5 km through the Pedja river campfire site
    Access by boat: along the Pedja River, heading downstream from the bridge untill the tower.

    Coordinates:

    Long-Lat WGS 84
    Latitude: 58.543298
    Longitude: 26.22463
    L-EST 97x: 629518
    L-EST 97y: 6491394

    Telephone:
    +372 676 7122
    E-mail:
    info.kiidjarve@rmk.ee
    Object type:
    observation tower
    Location info
    Location:
    Jõgeva County, Alam-Pedja Nature Reserve
    Põltsamaa municipality, Jõgeva County
    Navigation instructions:
    The observation tower location marker on the map shows the location of the trail's parking lot.
    By land: drive along the Tartu–Tallinn road, 30 km from Tartu, turn left in Puurmani towards Jüriküla (there are 2 signs under the bridge – “Kirna 5” and “Jüriküla keskus”) and drive 5 km till the parking lot of Kirna study trail. Continue on foot 1,5 km through the Pedja river campfire site
    Access by boat: along the Pedja River, heading downstream from the bridge untill the tower.
    Coordinates:

    Long-Lat WGS 84
    Latitude: 58.543298
    Longitude: 26.22463
    L-EST 97x: 629518
    L-EST 97y: 6491394