Abula-Kalasma study trail (11,2 km)

A wonderful and exciting trail along the seaside. Especially nice in spring. The limestone pine forest and coastal cliffs provide a habitat for many different plant and animal species.
The trail starts at Abula campsite and is marked with yellow ribbons.
Phone +372 454 6880
E-mailinfo.vilsandi@rmk.ee
Type of objectStudy trail
Parking facilitiesParking for 5 cars or 1 bus
AmenitiesThere is an information board with the map and and 11 small information boards.
Camping facilities Abula, Karjääri and Kalasma campsite
Outdoor fireplace yes
Campfire site Abula, Karjääri and Kalasma campsite
Hiking options yes
SightsA place where orchids flower in spring. Nice pebbly beach, burial mounds, bearberry pine forest (Arctostaphylo-Pinetum), Abula cliffs. We recommend visiting the Odalätsi springs, Pidula manor park and Pidula hill fort.
Additional information Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct (freedom to roam), rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
RestrictionsStudy trail is located in Koorunõmme Nature Reserve. Information about restrictions can be obtained from the Environmental Board (+372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee).
LocationSaaremaa municipality in Kalasma and Abula villages
Object no 40 on recreation area map
Driving directionsStarting from Kuressaare:
Drive 30 km on the Kuressaare-Kihelkonna road, from the crossroads turn tu Pidula. Drive 9 km and from the crossroads turn left. Drive 1 km and turn right. Drive 3 km. The trail starts at the Abula campfire site.   
Geographic coordinatesLong-Lat WGS 84
latitude: 58.474276
longitude: 22.115466
L-EST 97 x: 6483103 y: 390061