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The tallest watch-tower in the Matsalu area is situated on the left bank of the Suitsu River, at the edge of the Matsalu forest. From the tower opens a view of the unique landscape of Matsalu, where reed beds, coastal pastures stretch side by side and the Matsalu bay frames the horizon. The forest west to the tower used to be a wooded meadow but has now overgrown.
Parking
Parking for 8 cars or 2 buses near the Suitsu recreation site, about 200 m from the tower.
Amenities
21 m high metal-frame observation tower with an open top
Hiking Options
Suitsu hiking trail
Sights
Matsalu forest, flood meadow, reed beds, Suitsu River, old fishing huts, Suitsu hiking trail
Additional Information
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
Restrictions
Matsalu National Park, Matsalu forest special 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
Contact
Telephone: +372 513 8783
E-mail: info.matsalu@rmk.ee
Object type: observation tower
Location info
Location : Pärnu County, Matsalu National Park
Kirikuküla village, Lääneranna municipality, Pärnu County
Navigation instructions : Drive 43 km from Risti to Virtsu (Road no. 10), turn right towards Penijõe (Road no. 16193). Drive 1 km and turn left towards Kirikuküla village (at the sign of 5.5 km to Suitsu observation tower, Road no. 16194). Drive along the gravel road to the parking space on the bank of the Suitsu River. A 300 m long surface road leads you to the Suitsu observation tower.
Kirikuküla village, Lääneranna municipality, Pärnu County
Navigation instructions:
Drive 43 km from Risti to Virtsu (Road no. 10), turn right towards Penijõe (Road no. 16193). Drive 1 km and turn left towards Kirikuküla village (at the sign of 5.5 km to Suitsu observation tower, Road no. 16194). Drive along the gravel road to the parking space on the bank of the Suitsu River. A 300 m long surface road leads you to the Suitsu observation tower.
