Description

Taevaskoja-Otteni-Taevaskoja hiking trail (3,8 km)

Põlva County, Kiidjärve–Kooraste Recreation Area

Dear Visitor! Be cautious in spruce forests affected by bark beetle damage—during strong winds, avoid parking your car under trees and walking on trails, as the damaged trees may be at risk of falling.
If you notice any obstacles (such as fallen trees) on RMK sites or access roads, please report them by emailing loodusegakoos@rmk.ee.
Prohibition of movement by the outcrop - danger of cave in!

Starting from Suur Taevaskoda the trail takes you to the high banks of Ahja River.

Phone	+372 676 7122
E-mail	info.kiidjarve@rmk.ee
Type of object	Hiking trail
Parking facilities	Parking in Taevaskodade parking area for 30 cars
Amenities	Indicated with green signs, supported with information boards
Camping facilities	The nearest is Otteni campfire site.
Outdoor fireplace	Outdoor fireplace with grillrest in Otteni campfire site.
Water	Non-potable water from Ahja River.
Hiking options	The trail is only for walking! Taevaskodade hiking trail starting from Taevaskodade parking area, Kiidjärve-Taevaskoja-Kiidjärve hiking trail (11,8 km) on the banks of Ahja River, RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve Hiking Route.
Sights	Suur Taevaskoda, partly preserved Otteni/Valgesoo watermill, Otteni arched watermill bridge, miniature canyon, picturesque views to Ahja River, information board by bushwhackers` hollow.
Additional information	The parking area is kept clear of snow; no snow removal on the trail. Slippery, when wet: be careful! Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct (freedom to roam), rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
Restrictions	The trail is located in the Ahja River Valley Landscape Protection Area. Information about restrictions can be obtained from the Environmental Board (+372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee).

Location	Saesaare-Taevaskoja-Otteni region in Põlva County
Driving directions	Drive from Tartu towards Põlva along the Põlva -Reola road. 6 km before Põlva, turn to the left towards Taevaskoja. Drive 3,5 km along Kanariku-Kiidjärve road (road nr 18146). Drive through Taevaskoja till before Saesaare bus stop there is the sign "Taevaskoda". Drive 400 m to Taevaskodade parking area. From there on foot to Taevaskodade hiking trail, Taevaskoja-Otteni-Taevaskoja hiking trail starts under Suur-Taevaskoda.
Geographic coordinates	Long-Lat WGS 84 latitude: 58.108083 longitude: 27.051642
	L-EST 97 x: 6444864,4 y: 679842,6