Where to go

Elistvere study trail (2 km)

 
Tartu County, Tartu-Jõgeva Recreation Area
The trail, which starts and is located in the territory of the animal park is about 1 km long and the same way back. It is suitable for a pleasant walk for the visitor of the animal park. The trail is supported with information boards and observation platforms, information about birds is in the observation tower by the lake. The trail can be accessed with a ticket during the opening hours of the animal park.
Parking

Parking area at the Animal Park for about 30 cars

Water

Drinking water can be taken from the building during the opening hours of the animal park.

Amenities

350 m boardwalk with disabled access, 600 m regular boardwalk, observation tower, 2 view platforms, wooden pier, 2 larger and 6 smaller information boards, bird information boards in the tower

Wheelchair Accessibility

Boardwalk suitable for the disabled goes up to the observation tower (disabled person in a wheelchair should be accompanied by a companion).

Hiking Options

available

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

Biocommunities at the lakeside, the bird-rich Lake Elistvere.

Additional Information

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

Restrictions

Vooremaa Landscape Protection Area. Waterways in the protected area are restricted to non-motorised boating.
Camping and making campfire is allowed in designated places only. To organise public events with more than 75 participants and driving ATVs, a prior consent must be obtained from the protected area manager. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee

Contact

Telephone: +372 676 7030

E-mail: info.elistvere@rmk.ee

Object type: study trail

Location info

Location : Tartu County, Tartu-Jõgeva Recreation Area

Elistvere Village, Tartu Municipality, Tartu County

Navigation instructions : Drive 12 km from Tartu towards Jõgeva, then turn right (sign "Elistvere loomapark 10") and drive into Elistvere village. When coming from Tallinn: drive to Jõgeva, then towards Tartu up to Tabivere. Turn left there (sign "Elistvere loomapark 6") and drive into Elistvere village. Start in the Animal Park behind the lynx's enclosure.

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.5762472
Longitude: 26.688025
L-EST 97x: 656336.8
L-EST 97y: 6496049.2

Telephone:
+372 676 7030
E-mail:
info.elistvere@rmk.ee
Object type:
study trail
Location info
Location:
Tartu County, Tartu-Jõgeva Recreation Area
Elistvere Village, Tartu Municipality, Tartu County
Navigation instructions:
Drive 12 km from Tartu towards Jõgeva, then turn right (sign "Elistvere loomapark 10") and drive into Elistvere village. When coming from Tallinn: drive to Jõgeva, then towards Tartu up to Tabivere. Turn left there (sign "Elistvere loomapark 6") and drive into Elistvere village. Start in the Animal Park behind the lynx's enclosure.
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.5762472
Longitude: 26.688025
L-EST 97x: 656336.8
L-EST 97y: 6496049.2