Where to go

Kurtna hiking trail (9 km)

 
Ida-Viru County, Alutaguse National Park
The hiking trail is located in the Kurtna Lake District and is part of the Alutaguse National Park. The trail starts from the parking lot of Nõmmejärve campfire site. The density of lakes of different types, variable landscapes, beauty of wetlands and vegetation form an enchanting mosaic to enjoy.
Parking

Parking at Nõmmejärve campfire site parking area for about 20 cars

Water

Non drinking water from lakes

Amenities

300 m boardwalk, 3 bridges, 12 small information boards

Hiking Options

Available

Outdoor Fireplace

Uncovered Fireplace Nõmmejärve campfire site, Martiska campfire site

Berries-mushrooms

Bilberries, wild strawberries, chanterelles, milk-caps

Sights

The various terrains and forest growth types of the Kurtna lake group, Pannjärve sand mine

Additional Information

The trail passes the shores of 11 lakes; swimming and fishing.
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy

Restrictions

Kurtna Landscape Reserve was established in 1987 on 2,557 hectares to protect the Kurtna lake group and Kurtna kames.
According to the nature conservation rules, motorised vehicle traffic is prohibited outside roads and paths. Campfires can be made only in designated sites.

Contact

Telephone: +372 5681 5722

E-mail: info.alutaguse@rmk.ee

Object type: hiking trail

Location info

Location : Ida-Viru County, Alutaguse National Park

Alutaguse municipality, Ida-Viru county

Navigation instructions : Drive17 km on Jõhvi–Vasknarva road, turn left (at the sign to Niinsaare Recreation Centre).Before the ditch where the road branches, turn left onto the gravel road (signs Niinsaare and RMK hiking trail) and drive about 1.5 km to the parking area of Niinsaare Recreation Centre. The trail starts about 20 m before the parking area and proceeds towards the lake. 

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 59.2641
Longitude: 27.5707
L-EST 97x: 6575013.9
L-EST 97y: 703553.7

Telephone:
+372 5681 5722
E-mail:
info.alutaguse@rmk.ee
Object type:
hiking trail
Location info
Location:
Ida-Viru County, Alutaguse National Park
Alutaguse municipality, Ida-Viru county
Navigation instructions:
Drive17 km on Jõhvi–Vasknarva road, turn left (at the sign to Niinsaare Recreation Centre).Before the ditch where the road branches, turn left onto the gravel road (signs Niinsaare and RMK hiking trail) and drive about 1.5 km to the parking area of Niinsaare Recreation Centre. The trail starts about 20 m before the parking area and proceeds towards the lake. 
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 59.2641
Longitude: 27.5707
L-EST 97x: 6575013.9
L-EST 97y: 703553.7