Rannametsa observation tower (ca 540 m from the parking)
Võimalused
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With the support of the Cohesion Fund in 2021 - 2023 an observation tower with an eye-catching design was completed in June 2023 according to the project of Urmas Nugin Engineering Office Ltd.
Sights
Rannametsa dunes with light-filled pine trees of different ages, Tolkuse bog and bog pools, the Gulf of Livonia and beach meadows.
Hiking options
Rannametsa–Tolkuse nature study trail (2.2 km)
Amenities
21.57 m high observation tower with wooden and metal canopy, wooden platform with information stand and benches
Parking
Parking for 10 cars or 3 buses.
Additional information
A maximum of 25 people can stay in the tower at one time. Follow the guidelines for behavior in the tower.
Before going on a nature walk please read the rules of conduct and
Restrictions
The study trail is situated in the Luitemaa Nature Reserve. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee
Public transport
By bus from Pärnu in the direction of Ikla to the Luite bus stop, from there along the Riga road about 100 m towards Riga and there is the starting point of the trail.
Bus departure times can be found in the www.tpilet.ee It is worth looking at the times of a particular day.
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Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.134570
Longitude: 24.511862
L-EST 97x: 530153
L-EST 97y: 6443838