The trail starts at the Käsmu cemetery and chapel, running through the rocky forest to Matsikivi and on to Vana-Jüri, before returning along the village road. In the cemetery you will find the names of almost all the famous captains from the nearby captains’ village, including those who died far from home. The trail passes through an area of land covered in migrating stones, which were left behind when more than 400 ha of continental ice melted. This is the largest concentration of stones in Estonia. The largest stone is Eremiit or Matsikivi, at 14.7 metres in circumference and 4.7 metres in height. From the end of Vana-Jüri you can see Lobineeme in the east – the north-west tip of the Vergi peninsula, Saartneeme or Devil’s Island in the north-east, and Palganeeme, the north-west tip of Käsmu. The earliest records of Käsmu date back to 1453, when it was used as a fishing ground. Käsmu later became known as the village of sailors and shipmasters. The Maritime School, established on the initiative of local coastal-dwellers and seamen, operated from 1884 to 1931. Almost every family had a captain or mate in it. The bright, so-called ‘captains’ houses’ stand out on the village road. The Käsmu Maritime Museum provides an excellent overview of the village’s history.
Sights
The trail introduces the nature of the Käsmu peninsula, including the largest stone field in Estonia, the history and cultural heritage of the peninsula.
Camping
There is no free campsite in Käsmu! The nearest is Võsu campsite.
Amenities
Large information board, small information boards, waste bin, toilet
Parking
Parking areas next to the chapel and at the edge of the village.
Additional information
Before going on a nature walk please read the rules of conduct During the charged event in Käsmu access with the ticket only.
Restrictions
The trail is situated in Lahemaa National Park. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Contact
Telephone: +372 676 7010 +372 329 5555
E-mail: info.oandu@rmk.eeinfo.lahemaa@rmk.ee
Object type: study trail
Location info
Location : Lääne-Viru County, Lahemaa National Park
Käsmu, Haljala Municipality, Lääne-Viru County
Navigation instructions : Drive 50 km on Tallinn–Narva road, turn left to Liiapeksi–Loksa road, drive 11 km and turn right onto Võsu–Kotka road, drive 12 km and turn left onto Haljala–Käsmu road, drive 4 km and turn left onto Neeme road, drive 30 m to the Käsmu cemetery and chapel, where the trail starts.
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Telephone:
+372 676 7010 +372 329 5555
E-mail:
info.oandu@rmk.eeinfo.lahemaa@rmk.ee
Object type:
study trail
Location info
Location:
Lääne-Viru County, Lahemaa National Park
Käsmu, Haljala Municipality, Lääne-Viru County
Navigation instructions:
Drive 50 km on Tallinn–Narva road, turn left to Liiapeksi–Loksa road, drive 11 km and turn right onto Võsu–Kotka road, drive 12 km and turn left onto Haljala–Käsmu road, drive 4 km and turn left onto Neeme road, drive 30 m to the Käsmu cemetery and chapel, where the trail starts.
