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Veski campfire site

Võru County, Karula National Park

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The campfire site is situated on the shore of Lake Ähijärv. The campfire site marks the start of the 4 km long Lake Ähijärv (study) trail and the 36 km long Karula hiking trail.

Sights

Lake Ähijärv, semi-natural (farm) landscapes, forests with rich biodiversity, 4 km Lake Ähijärv hiking trail passes the campfire site.

Hiking options

The campsite is on the RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve Hiking Route.

Camping

Maximum number of tents (for 4) allowed is 2.

Amenities

The campfire site has an information board, a covered fireplace, a wood shed, a dry toilet, a 2- compartment waste bin, 3 benches for sitting, and a covered table-bench.

Parking

Parking is limited to 2 cars on the side road.

Additional information

The campfire site is located in private land, so please show respect to the landowners.

Before going on a nature walk please read the rules of conduct

Restrictions

The campfire site is situated in Karula National Park. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee

Contact

Telephone: +372 782 8350

E-mail: info.karula@rmk.ee

Object type: campfire site

Location info

Location : Võru County, Karula National Park

On the shore of Lake Ähijärv, Ähijärve village, Antsla municipality

Navigation instructions : Drive 8 km from Antsla towards Haabsaare, turn right 50 m after the Haabsaare bus stop (signs “Karula rahvuspargi külastuskeskus 7 km”, “Saru 20 km”). Drive 6 km on Haabsaare–Saru road to the Ähijärve bus stop. Turn right, drive 350 m up to the lake and then turn right. Go 50 m across the bridge and arrive at the campfire site.

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 57.71925
Longitude: 26.49997
L-EST 97x: 648957
L-EST 97y: 6400235

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Telephone:

+372 782 8350

E-mail:

info.karula@rmk.ee

Object type:

campfire site

Location info

Location:

Võru County, Karula National Park

On the shore of Lake Ähijärv, Ähijärve village, Antsla municipality

Navigation instructions:

Drive 8 km from Antsla towards Haabsaare, turn right 50 m after the Haabsaare bus stop (signs “Karula rahvuspargi külastuskeskus 7 km”, “Saru 20 km”). Drive 6 km on Haabsaare–Saru road to the Ähijärve bus stop. Turn right, drive 350 m up to the lake and then turn right. Go 50 m across the bridge and arrive at the campfire site.

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 57.71925
Longitude: 26.49997
L-EST 97x: 648957
L-EST 97y: 6400235

Veski campfire site

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