Rauna rest stop and observation tower
Saaremaa, Viidumäe Nature Reserve
The former forest watch tower, nearly 30 m high, on Raunamägi hill in the
highest part of Saaremaa.
| Phone |
+372 454 6880,
+372 527 7421
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| info.vilsandi@rmk.ee | |
| Type of object | Observation Tower |
| Parking facilities | Parking for a tour bus or 3 cars |
| Amenities | The parking space, benches and picnic table |
| Sights | Enjoy the stunning views over the entire western part of the Saaremaa Island from the observation tower on the Rauna hill, the highest peak along the “backbone” of the island (54 m above sea level). |
| Additional information |
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct (freedom to roam), rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
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| Restrictions | 6 visitors are allowed in the observation tower at the same time. Children are allowed in the tower only under adult supervision. Located in Viidumäe Nature Reserve.
Information about restrictions can be obtained from the Environmental Board (+372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee).
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| Location |
Lümanda village, Saaremaa municipality Object no 14 on recreation area map |
| Driving directions | Drive from Kuivastu on Road no. 10 to the Kuressaare roundabout and turn right. Drive 4 km to the next roundabout and exit onto Road no. 78. Drive 13 km to the junction towards Lümanda and turn left, drive 9 km to the Viidu bus stop and turn right onto the gravel road to Viidu village. Drive 2 km to the observation tower to your left. |
| Geographic coordinates | Long-Lat WGS 84 latitude: 58.294119 longitude: 22.102806 |
| L-EST 97 x: 6463067 y: 388755 |
