Käkisilma–Vilsandi hiking trail (5 km)
Saaremaa, Vilsandi National Park
Hiking trail goes through the low coastal sea from islet to islet to Vilsandi Island.
| Phone |
+372 454 6880 |
| info.vilsandi@rmk.ee | |
| Type of object | Hiking trail |
| Parking facilities | Parking
near the Käkisilma campsite |
| Amenities | Information
board, trail blazing on the islands and in the sea, 2 trail maps |
| Camping facilities |
In the beginnig of the trail at Käkisilma campsite and on Vilsandi island at Kulpri campsite. |
| Outdoor fireplace | yes |
| Hiking options | yes |
| Sights | A
captivating trail along inshore islets and through the shallow sea. Open views,
water birds, coastal vegetation, sheep |
| Additional information |
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct (freedom to roam).
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| Restrictions | Accessible
when the water level is low and the sea water warm, unless the current is too
strong in Käkisilma channel. Before setting out on a hike, ask for further
information at RMK Vilsandi National Park Visitor Centre. Located in Vilsandi National Park.
Information about restrictions can be obtained from the Environmental Board (+372 680 7438, info@keskkonnaamet.ee).
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| Location |
Kuusnõmme village, Saaremaa municipality Object no 20 on area map |
| Driving directions | Drive
(76 km) along Road no. 10 from
Kuivastu to the Kuressaare roundabout. Turn right and drive 4 km to the next roundabout, exit to Road no. 78.
Drive 31 km and then turn onto
Kihelkonna–Lümanda road. Drive 4.5 km
and turn right towards Karala. Drive 3 km
until a roadsign points towards Vilsandi and Käkisilma. Drive 7 km up to Käkisilma recreation site. From there take
the course towards the sea and follow the power lines. No public bus transport. |
| Geographic coordinates | Long-Lat WGS 84 latitude: 58.352857 longitude: 21.933757 |
| L-EST 97 x: 6469898 y: 379049 |