Viti observation tower
Tartu County, Tartu-Jõgeva Recreation Area
The observation tower on one of the highest hills of the Vitipalu esker field in Elva Landscape Reserve offers a beautiful view of the varied landscape of the surrounding area (access on foot only)
| Phone |
+372 676 7122
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info.kiidjarve@rmk.ee
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| Type of object | Observation Tower |
| Parking facilities | Parking for 6 cars by Vitipalu Road (nr 5280005) ca 700 m from the observation tower. |
| Amenities | 20 m high wooden tower |
| Water |
Non drinkable water is available approximately 300 m south - the water of Lake Viti. |
| Hiking options |
Hiking opportunities in the area can be found on the Vapramäe-Vellavere-Vitipalu SA website. |
| Sights | The varied landscape of the area - variable terrain, beautiful forests, lakes. |
| Additional information |
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct (freedom to roam). |
| Restrictions | The observation tower
is situated in Elva Landscape Reserve Protection Area.
Information about restrictions can be obtained from the Environmental Board (+372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee). |
| Location |
Ketneri Village, Nõo Municipality, Tartu County
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| Driving directions | Drive south from Elva on Elva-Palupera-Kähri road (nr 22159), after 4,5 km turn left to gravel road (Vitipalu quarry road nr
6940739), after 900 m on crossroad turn right (Vitipalu road nr 528005) and after 1,2 km there is the parking lot with shelter on the left (coordinates
x 6448946,8; y 642141,1 ; B 58.158496 , L 26.415026). From there hiking trail takes You to the tower (ca 700 m). |
| Geographic coordinates | Long-Lat WGS 84 latitude: 58.160234 longitude: 26.421146 |
| L-EST 97 x: 6449154,3 y: 642494,1 |
