Iisaku observation tower
Ida-Viru County, Alutaguse National Park
Iisaku hill is the second-highest place in Ida-Viru County after Uljaste esker. In clear weather, you can see the towers of Pühtitsa Convent and Lake Peipus from the 28 m observation tower on top of the hill.
| Phone | +372 5681 5722 |
| info.alutaguse@rmk.ee | |
| Type of object | Observation Tower |
| Parking facilities | Parking
for about 10 cars |
| Amenities | 2
information boards, map |
| Sights | The observation tower is situated on the highest natural peak in Ida-Viru County (94 m above sea level) From the tower you can enjoy views of the Pühtitsa Convent in Kuremäe, oil shale mines, mine residue landfills, bogs and Lake Peipus. |
| Berries and mushrooms | Wild strawberries |
| Additional information |
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct (freedom to roam).
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| Restrictions | The
observation tower is situated in Alutaguse National Park. According to the nature conservation rules, motorised vehicle traffic is prohibited outside roads and paths. Campfires can be made only in designated sites. |
| Location | Alutaguse municipality, Ida-Viru County |
| Driving directions | Drive
from Iisaku town along Tartu road over the hillock towards Jõhvi until you see
the gravel parking area to your right. Park your car there. Walk on foot for
about 150 m along the path into the forest (sign to the landscape reserve). |
| Geographic coordinates | Long-Lat WGS 84 latitude: 59.107676 longitude: 27.307054 |
| L-EST 97 x: 6556780 y: 689396 |
