Penijõe hiking trail (3.2–7 km)
Parking
Solid-surface parking area for 14 cars or 3 tour buses near the Penijõe Manor, on the bank of the Penijõgi River. The gravel parking area for 6 cars or 1 tour bus on the wooded meadow in Viita.
Amenities
The trail can be completed in various lengths, either as 3.2 km, 4.7 km, 6 km or 7 km trails. The trail partly passes grazing areas. Most of the trail runs along surface path, part of it is boardwalk (63 m). Objects along the trail include a
8 m high observation tower and 2.5 m high observation platform on Saare hill, (8) piers across marshy sections, a small bridge. The trail is marked with wooden signs and has pasture gates and fence crossings. There are 4 recreation sites with 6 tables and 12 benches. There is a water observation platform and stairs on the river bank. Along the trail you can find 4 large information boards about the area.
Hiking Options
Available
Sights
Visitor Centre of Matsalu National Park, Penijõe manor complex, biodiversity, Penijõe observation tower, Viita wooded meadow
Additional Information
The path is muddy, useing rubber boots is strongly recommended!
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
Restrictions
The trail is located on a grazed area and because of this dogs are not allowed! The animals may attack dogs.
We hope you understand and apologize for the inconvenience!
Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.713137
Longitude: 23.814745
L-EST 97x: 489265
L-EST 97y: 6508178