Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area

Kiidjärve Visitor Centre

Põlva County, Kiidjärve–Kooraste Recreation Area
Kiidjärve Visitor Centre is located on the bank of the picturesque Ahja river in Kiidjärve village, at the heart of the Kiidjärve-Kooraste recreation area, surrounded by historical sights and scenic nature: the sandstone outcrops, the "ant kingdom", Valgesoo bog and Roiupalu primeval forest.
Whether you walk or cycle here, or come by car, bus or train – here you can look around, have a rest and plan your further trip. It is possible to rent rooms in the centre for seminars and meetings.
Those interested may view the displays and exhibitions, watch nature documentaries and register for nature education programmes. From the visitor centre you can go to the 3.2 km Roiupalu study trail or the 11.8 km Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail.
The visitor centre gives information about RMK recreation and hiking opportunities. You can buy maps of RMK recreation areas, protected areas and hiking trails, as well as souvenirs.
We offer various nature education programmes and study trips for schools, kindergartens and adults, and organise forest and nature events.
Phone+372 676 7122; +372 5300 4211
E-mailinfo.kiidjarve@rmk.ee
Opening hours 1 March to 30 April, Mon to Fri 10.00–16.00, Sun 11.00-15.00, except on public holidays.
1 May to 31 May, Mon to Fri 10.00–16.00, Sat-Sun 10.00-15.00
1 June to 31 August, Mon to Sun 09.00–17.00
1 September to 31 December, Mon to Fri 10.00–16.00, Sun 11.00-15.00
2 January to 29 February, Mon to Fri 10.00–16.00
Type of objectVisitor Centre
Parking facilitiesParking area for 10 cars.
Amenities
  • Discount campaign programs for schools and kindergartens in winter, spring and autumn
  • Paid nature education programs
  • Information materials and information on Kiidjärve–Kooraste Recreation Area and other RMK recreation areas
  • Possible to visit the exhibition and the library of the Visitor Centre
  • Possible to organise thematic and study days in Kiidjärve Visitor Centre and on nature study trails
  • Forest and nature events
  • Possible to rent the rooms of the visitor centre: the hall for up to 3 hours - 15 €/per hour or 70 €/per day.
Camping facilities Nearby is Sõnajala campfire site and Palojärve campsite (12 km).
Wheelchair accessibility yes
Hiking options Visitor Centre is on the Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve hiking route. Nearby is Roiupalu study trail, Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail, Valgesoo study trail, Laari forestry study trail, Kiidjärve Wood Ants Trail.
Recycling point yes
SightsThe Visitor Centre is located in Kiidjärve–Kooraste Recreation Area, Kiidjärve village, on the bank of the scenic Ahja River. The wonderful landscape of Põlva County with its famous outcrops, the kingdom of wood ants in Kiidjärve, the Valgesoo bog, and other valuable assets of nature and cultural heritage.
Additional informationPayment in cash only.
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct (freedom to roam), rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
RestrictionsThe Visitor Centre is located in the Ahja River Valley Landscape Protection Area, about restrictions can be obtained from the Environmental Board (+372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee).
LocationKiidjärve village, Põlva municipality, Põlva County. Object no 10 on the recreation area map.
Driving directionsDrive from Tartu towards Põlva along Põlva–Reola road. 10 km before Põlva at the Koorvere junction turn left towards Kiidjärve. Continue 4 km along Akste–Häätaru road (Road no. 18138). 0,6 km after the Kiidjärve Park bus stop there is a large parking area to the left of the road. This is the parking area of RMK Kiidjärve Visitor Centre. Follow the signs to Kiidjärve Visitor Centre.
Geographic coordinatesLong-Lat WGS 84
latitude: 58.139568
longitude: 27.019477
L-EST 97 x: 6448282 y: 677791