Where to go

Tõrvanina study trail (4 km)

 
Hiiu County, Hiiumaa Recreation Area
Tõrvanina study trail runs through different types of forest in the varied landscape of the Tareste Landscape Protection Area. Along the 4 km long trail with red indication there are small bog areas between the sand dunes, as well as Tareste bay, reedbed and military heritage from World War II. The trail passes through the habitats of protected plant species and bats.
In the second half of summer and in autumn, it is worth of taking a basket with you. There can be blueberries, lingonberries and mushrooms on the trail.
Parking

At the beginning of the study trail, there is the gravel-covered car park for 10 cars and 2 large buses. It is also possible to park in the parking lot of the neighbouring Tõrvanina campsite.

Water

No drinking water

Amenities

A large information board at the beginning of the trail, 13 information boards on the trail. 2 marsh platforms, a bridge over Tareste stream, a bird watching platform along Tareste Bay. Possibility to use the DC of Tõrvanina campsite.

Hiking Options

Number eight-shaped trail begins and ends at the same point and is doable also partly.

Outdoor Fireplace

Covered Fireplace At Tõrvanina campsite

Berries-mushrooms

Blueberries, lingonberries, mushrooms

Sights

The varied landscape of Tareste Landscape Reserve, Tareste Bay, reedbeds and coastal pastures.

Additional Information

The study trail intersects Hiiumaa hiking route, pay attention to the indication (red!) on the common sections. Camping and fire-making is allowed only in Tõrvanina campsite.
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy

Restrictions

The trail is mostly situated in Tareste Landscape Protection Area. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee

Contact

Telephone: +372 6767499

E-mail: info.ristna@rmk.ee

Object type: study trail

Location info

Location : Hiiu County, Hiiumaa Recreation Area

Tahkuna peninsula, Hiiumaa municipality, Hiiu County

Navigation instructions : From Kärdla - Kõrgessaare highway (road no. 80) turn towards Lehtma. At the 8th km of Kärdla-Lehtma road (road no. 82) turn right (RMK signpost "Tõrvanina") and drive to the parking lot.

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 59.039257
Longitude: 22.685617
L-EST 97x: 424601
L-EST 97y: 6545259

Telephone:
+372 6767499
E-mail:
info.ristna@rmk.ee
Object type:
study trail
Location info
Location:
Hiiu County, Hiiumaa Recreation Area
Tahkuna peninsula, Hiiumaa municipality, Hiiu County
Navigation instructions:
From Kärdla - Kõrgessaare highway (road no. 80) turn towards Lehtma. At the 8th km of Kärdla-Lehtma road (road no. 82) turn right (RMK signpost "Tõrvanina") and drive to the parking lot.
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 59.039257
Longitude: 22.685617
L-EST 97x: 424601
L-EST 97y: 6545259