The dry toilet at the Penijõe campfire site (in the park of Penijõe manor) will be reconstructed from 22.04. The works will be completed in May 2025. We apologize and hope for your understanding. NB! The toilet can be used at the RMK Matsalu national park Visitor Centre (at Penijõe Manor), during its opening hours!
The trail can be completed in various lengths and sections and introduces landforms characteristic of Matsalu National Park (reed beds, flood meadows and grasslands that are overflown in springs) and the local biota. The trail also features an 8 m high observation tower at the edge of the reeds.
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.
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
Matsalu National Park limited management zone. Before your visit, please get acquainted with valid nature conservation rules of Matsalu National Park.
Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Dear Visitor! 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!
Contact
Telephone: +372 513 8783
E-mail: info.matsalu@rmk.ee
Object type: hiking trail
Location info
Location : Pärnu County, Matsalu National Park
Lääneranna municipality, Pärnu County
Navigation instructions : Drive 43 km on Risti–Virtsu road (road no 10), turn right towards Penijõe (sign to Matsalu National Park’s Visitor Centre). Drive 2 km to the parking area of the Matsalu National Park’s VisiCentre at Penijõgi River, follow the sign to the hiking trail.
Drive 43 km on Risti–Virtsu road (road no 10), turn right towards Penijõe (sign to Matsalu National Park’s Visitor Centre). Drive 2 km to the parking area of the Matsalu National Park’s VisiCentre at Penijõgi River, follow the sign to the hiking trail.
