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The trail starts from the parking lot on Vitipalu Road and runs along the kames to Viti observation tower, then a few hundred meters along the Tartu Marathon trail until reaches Primeval valley campfire site above the sand outcrop of the Elva primeval valley. From there, the hiking trail runs along the edge of the ancient valley back to the parking lot. There are lots of ups and downs on the trail. The trail is indicated with RMK signposts and yellow markings on trees.
Parking
Parking lot for 10 cars at the beginning of the trail.
Amenities
Shelter in the parking lot, RMK indication, information boards, a floating platform by the lake.
Berries-mushrooms
Blueberries, mushrooms
Sights
The primeval valley and sand outcrops, Vitipalu kames and lake
Additional Information
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
Campsite is situated in Elva Landscape 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: hiking trail
Location info
Location : Tartu County, Tartu-Jõgeva Recreation Area
Ketneri village, Nõo municipality, Tartu County
Navigation instructions : Fom Elva drive 4.4 km south along Palupera road, turn left onto Vitipalu quarry road and after 900 m at the crossroads turn right onto Vitipalu road. After 1.2 km there is a sheltered parking lot on the left side of the road. The trail starts fom the parking lot.
Fom Elva drive 4.4 km south along Palupera road, turn left onto Vitipalu quarry road and after 900 m at the crossroads turn right onto Vitipalu road. After 1.2 km there is a sheltered parking lot on the left side of the road. The trail starts fom the parking lot.
