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Valgesoo observation tower
Valgesoo observation tower
Valgesoo observation tower
Valgesoo observation tower
Valgesoo observation tower
Valgesoo observation tower

Valgesoo observation tower

 

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Kattega lõkkekoht
Kattega lõkkekoht
Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area

According to the project of OÜ Esplan in 2018-2019, the tower with an eye-catching design, reconstructed with the support of cohesion fund funding, offers a magnificent view of valgesoo bog and the study trail running there. Nearby campfire site.

Parking

Parking for 7 cars and 2 buses

Amenities

The 29.7 m high metal observation tower has 3 intermediate platforms, the last platform is 23.8 m high, with  the windscreen and seating. The platforms are covered with wooden boards.

Hiking Options

The Valgesoo study trail (1.8) km starts at the parking lot and RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve hiking route passes the observation tower.

Outdoor Fireplace

Valgesoo bog campfire site

Sights

View of Valgesoo bog, old-growth forest, National Geographic`s yellow window on the study trail.

Additional Information

Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct, rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy

Restrictions

The tower is situated in the Valgesoo Nature Reserve. Further information can be obtained from the Environmental Board +372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee

Contact

Telephone: +372 676 7122

E-mail: info.kiidjarve@rmk.ee

Object type: observation tower

Location info

Location : Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area

Põlva County, Põlva municipality, near Kiidjärve–Kärsa road

Navigation instructions : Drive from Tartu to Põlva, turn left at Põlva-Reola highway (road no. 61) 10 km before Põlva from Koorvere crossroad towards Kiidjärve. Drive along the Akste-Häätaru road (road no. 18138) 7 km and then turn to the right at sign Valgesoo to forest road. Drive 150 m until you reach the parking lot.

Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.153469
Longitude: 27.057586
L-EST 97x: 679960
L-EST 97y: 6449929

Telephone:
+372 676 7122
E-mail:
info.kiidjarve@rmk.ee
Object type:
observation tower
Location info
Location:
Põlva County, Kiidjärve-Kooraste Recreation Area
Põlva County, Põlva municipality, near Kiidjärve–Kärsa road
Navigation instructions:
Drive from Tartu to Põlva, turn left at Põlva-Reola highway (road no. 61) 10 km before Põlva from Koorvere crossroad towards Kiidjärve. Drive along the Akste-Häätaru road (road no. 18138) 7 km and then turn to the right at sign Valgesoo to forest road. Drive 150 m until you reach the parking lot.
Coordinates:

Long-Lat WGS 84
Latitude: 58.153469
Longitude: 27.057586
L-EST 97x: 679960
L-EST 97y: 6449929