Where to go

Kuuraniidu study trail (1,8 km)

 
Viljandi County, Soomaa National Park
The boardwalk goes through ancient drained peatland forest and back to the starting point. The attractions of the trail are the enormous mighty aspens, which have weathered storms and time. There is a campfire site and camping area at the beginning of the trail. The Kuuraniidu forest has been formed from swamp forest as a result of drainage. The forest can be dangerous in strong winds due to falling trees!
Parking

Parking area for 6 cars.

Amenities

Observation tower, recreation sites, dry toilet, firewood shelter, information boards, fire ring with barbecue grill

Hiking Options

by walking

Outdoor Fireplace

Uncovered Fireplace Fire ring with barbecue grill

Sights

Drained peatland forest, windthrow.

Additional Information

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

Restrictions

In the territory of the National 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: study trail

Location info

Location : Viljandi County, Soomaa National Park

Sandra village, Põhja-Sakala municipality, Viljandi County

Navigation instructions : When coming from Tallinn–Tori, drive along the Kõpu–Jõesuu road up to the junction at 24 km and turn towards Kildu. Drive 9.1 km to the sign marking the Kuuraniidu parking area and start of the hiking trail.
When coming from the direction of Viljandi–Suure-Jaani–Vändra, drive from Kildu village 15.6 km towards Soomaa National Park to the sign marking the Kuuraniidu parking area and start of the hiking trail.
Attention! In winter and during floods the road may not be easily passable by car.

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.452496
Longitude: 25.168456
L-EST 97x: 568212.8
L-EST 97y: 6479727

Telephone:
+372 526 1924
E-mail:
info.soomaa@rmk.ee
Object type:
study trail
Location info
Location:
Viljandi County, Soomaa National Park
Sandra village, Põhja-Sakala municipality, Viljandi County
Navigation instructions:
When coming from Tallinn–Tori, drive along the Kõpu–Jõesuu road up to the junction at 24 km and turn towards Kildu. Drive 9.1 km to the sign marking the Kuuraniidu parking area and start of the hiking trail.
When coming from the direction of Viljandi–Suure-Jaani–Vändra, drive from Kildu village 15.6 km towards Soomaa National Park to the sign marking the Kuuraniidu parking area and start of the hiking trail.
Attention! In winter and during floods the road may not be easily passable by car.
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.452496
Longitude: 25.168456
L-EST 97x: 568212.8
L-EST 97y: 6479727