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At the end of the Marimetsa hiking trail, 4.5 km from the parking lot, there is a 7.6 m high wooden observation tower. From there you can see a picturesque view of the Marimetsa bog. Which covers approximately 5000 ha. The bog is surrounded by forested dunes.
Parking
A gravel parking area for 2 buses or 10 cars.
Amenities
7.6 m high wooden observation tower with 2 platforms, 4 benches. Boardwalk.
Hiking Options
Marimetsa hiking trail
Sights
Marimetsa bog as one of the oldest bogs in western Estonia, its plants, birds and animals.
Additional Information
The boardwalk may be slippery depending on the weather. We ask you to please keep your pets on a leash!
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
Restrictions
The tower is situated in the special management zone of Marimetsa Nature Reserve. Before your visit, please refer to the protection rules of Marimetsa Nature Reserve here.
Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Contact
Telephone: +372 513 8783
E-mail: info.matsalu@rmk.ee
Object type: observation tower
Location info
Location : Lääne County, Marimetsa Nature Reserve
Rõuma village, Lääne-Nigula municipality, Lääne County
Navigation instructions :The location marker of the observation tower shows the location of the beginning of the hiking trail on the map. Drive 3 km on Risti–Virtsu road, turn right at Rõuma (see the sign for the hiking trail). After 300 m arrive at the parking space with an information board with trail map and trailhead.
Rõuma village, Lääne-Nigula municipality, Lääne County
Navigation instructions:
The location marker of the observation tower shows the location of the beginning of the hiking trail on the map. Drive 3 km on Risti–Virtsu road, turn right at Rõuma (see the sign for the hiking trail). After 300 m arrive at the parking space with an information board with trail map and trailhead.
