Valgesoo observation tower
Põlva County, Kiidjärve–Kooraste Recreation Area
NB! Conditions in nature are often difficult in winter. Depending on the weather, both the maintenance of visiting objects and the supply of firewood can be disrupted, access can be difficult.
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+372 676 7122
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info.kiidjarve@rmk.ee
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| Type of object | Observation Tower |
| Parking facilities | 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. |
| Camping facilities | Valgesoo bog campfire site nearby has space for 5 tents (for 4) |
| Outdoor fireplace |
Valgesoo bog campfire site
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| Hiking options |
The Valgesoo study trail (1.9) km starts at the parking lot and RMK Peraküla-Aegviidu-Ähijärve hiking route passes the observation tower. |
| 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 (freedom to roam).
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| Restrictions |
The tower is situated in the Valgesoo Nature Reserve, information about restrictions can be obtained from the Environmental Board (+372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee).
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| Location |
Põlva County, Põlva municipality, near Kiidjärve–Kärsa road. Object no 16 on the recreation area map.
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| Driving directions |
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. |
| Geographic coordinates | Long-Lat WGS 84 latitude: 58.153469 longitude: 27.057586 |
| L-EST 97 x: 6449929 y: 679960 |
