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Abula campsite
Pebbly drifts on the shore of Tagalaht bay, stunted coastal pines, the wind, the sun and a romantic atmosphere.Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
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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.
Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
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Allikasoo study trail (2,8 km)
A varied trail offering about an hour's walk between ice-age escarpment and patches of calcareous groundwater fens.The trail is marked with wooden signs and blue paint marks on trees.
Saaremaa
Viidumäe Nature Reserve
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Audaku study trail (2.8 km)
Viidumäe Nature Reserve is located in the western part of Saaremaa, in the vicinity of the ancient Antsülusjärve escarpment. This is the oldest and highest part of the Saaremaa island, with its top height 59 metres over the sea level. On the escarpment a number of biotopes characteristic of western Saaremaa can be found. The hiking trail starts and ends at the parking area near the office of Viidumäe Nature Reserve.Saaremaa
Viidumäe Nature Reserve
Elda campsite
The campsite is located on the southern coast of Kööbe bay. On both sides of the campsite there are Silurian cliffs and ivy on them. A beautiful view on Vilsandi National Park aquatorium and the most western islet of Estonia. A good point for watching seals, birds and butterflys.Saaremaa
Vilsandi National Park
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Harilaiu campsite
Harilaiu peninsula is a part of Vilsandi National Park on the north-western coast of Saaremaa. The rectangular peninsula is connected with Tagamõisa peninsula by a narrow strip of land called Harilaiu Neck.There are beautiful sand and pebble beaches and dunes on Harilaid. The sea is continually reshaping the coastline. If you visit the place repeatedly, you will see the coastline changes with your own eyes. There are several freshwater lakes in the peninsula, the largest of which is Laialepa bay. In addition to its interesting landscape, Harilaid is an area of great botanical and zoological value. It has been a protected area since 1924 already. Harilaid has always been uninhabited and when you go there it feels as if you have reached the end of the world, somewhere far away from civilization, and you are at the mercy of natural forces. To go to the campsite at Laialepa bay, you have to walk about 3 km along a hiking trail. At the other side of the campsite is the open sea.
Saaremaa
Vilsandi National Park
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Harilaiu hiking trail (6 km or 11 km)
Diverse and deserted coastal nature. Low and vast horizon, wind, golden sand and mighty waves. Interesting dune landscape, trees and bushes subjected to wind, seal and bird sounds, military objects and Kiipsaare lighthouse in the sea.Saaremaa
Vilsandi National Park
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Harilaiu rest stop
A stopping point for discovering the most north-west peninsula of Saaremaa. At the Harilaiu peninsula you can view rapid natural processes where the sea is in constant battle with the land.Saaremaa
Vilsandi National Park
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Järve rest stop
Long beach with golden sands, interesting protected plant species can be found under the pine trees.Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
Kaali rest stop
One of the best exposed and accessible meteorite craters in the world.About 3470 - 3545 years ago, a huge rock from space came hurtling toward the Earth. Several kilometers above the Earth’s surface, the meteorite broke into pieces from the pressure and heat of the atmosphere. The explosion left nine total craters, now known as the Kaali Meteorite Crater Field. The largest crater (which measures 110 meters across) is believed to have been a sacred site for many centuries due to its cosmic origin.
Saaremaa
Saarema Recreation Area
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Käkisilma campsite
A campsite under the pine trees by the sea at tip of the Kuusnõmme peninsula. There is a parking area by the campsite.Saaremaa
Vilsandi National Park
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Kalasma campsite
Beautiful pebble beach. Ideal for enjoying peace, quite and sunsets.Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
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Kalja study trail (1 km)
Kalja study trail introduces karst forms and their causes. Waters that go underground in Kalja sinkholes run as a subterranean river and appear on the ground again near Jauni village, Hiieniidi (Iilasmaa) spring area, to the north of Kalja sinkholes.Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
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Karjääri campsite
The shaded campsite is in a former gravel quarry, which now looks natural. Located at Abula-Kalasma study trail.Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
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Keskranna rest stop
Beautiful long sandy beach not far from town, pine forest on dunes and under the pines, interesting plant species rarely occurring in Estonia.Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
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Koigi study trail (5,7 km)
The trail runs in the largest bog of Saaremaa, where different development stages of the mire can be observed. A popular legend goes that in the bog lake of Koigi a treasure was once buried, and it is guarded by spirits who occasionally reveal themselves to people.Saaremaa
Koigi Landscape Protection Area
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Koigi study trail’s observation tower (1.5 km from the parking)
The observation tower is located on Koig study trail at the edge of the raised bog, 1.5 km from the parking lot and it is 9 m high. The tower offers a view of the bog forest, the open bog area and the bog lakes. The surroundings are especially beautiful in early mornings, when - if you are lucky - you can see a sea eagle or a bald eagle in the sky. In early spring it is possible to hear the calls of grouse.Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
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Konati campsite
The campsite is located in a former gravel quarry which offers a good place for camping, safe from winds. This is an excellent example of mine reclamation.Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
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Kulpri campsite
Campsite is located in the south-west part of Vilsandi Island. It has a beautiful view to the open sea and is a known swimming place with beautiful white sand among the islanders.Saaremaa
Vilsandi National Park
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Laugu forest keeper’s rental hut
Laugu forest keeper’s cottage was built for the military forest ranger in 1856. This old, 32-metre farmhouse has been in service of Estonian forestry for 150 years, regardless of the political regime.Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
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Loode oak stand study trail (2.8 km)
The oak belonging to the oldest generation of the Loode oak stand, dedicated to the linguist Johannes Aavik, was measured to be 450-500 years old in October 2000. The oldest generation of the oak stand is presumably formed of trees that remained from the shipbuilding campaign initiated by Peter I.Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
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Loodenina observation tower
A place by the sea good for bird and nature observations. To get to the observation tower you must hike through Loode oak-wood. From the tower you get a beautiful view of Kuressaare Bay.Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
Mändjala Nature House
Mändjala Nature House is located by the Suur Katel Bay in RMK Saaremaa Recreation Area. The Nature House welcomes all who are interested in nature and who value quiet and privacy and respect the vulnerable nature.Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
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Mändjala study trail (1,6 km)
The trail starts from the parking lot. It leads around RMK Mändjala Nature House, goes through various stages of development of the dune system, reaches the picturesque sandy beach and meanders in a beautiful pine forest on dunes. It takes about 1 hour to cross the trail, 7 information boards introduce the biota and heritage there.Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
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Meiuste campsite
Campsite on a beautiful sand beach partly covered with coniferous forest. A view of Hiiumaa over the sea.Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
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Mihkel Rand’s arboretum
Mihkel Rand (1871-1958), local blacksmith, collected more than 200 tree and shrub species in his arboretum during his lifetime.Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
Ninanuki forest hut
A nice seaside spot surrounded by forest to stay with family or friends, or spend the night for free. Principles of freedom to roam must be observed!Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
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Raketi campsite
The former Karujärve military area has been transformed into a sports and leisure area. Visitors can camp and hike here in summer, and ski, sledge and enjoy other winter pleasures in winter.Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
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Rauna rest stop and observation tower
The former forest watch tower, nearly 30 m high, on Raunamägi hill in the highest part of Saaremaa.Saaremaa
Viidumäe Nature Reserve
Sopi forest hut
This is the earliest known forest keeper’s place in Saaremaa, dating from 1795, when Campenhausen prepared the first forest management plan for state forest and appointed Kiviste Andres as the forest keeper of Sopi forest. Around the hut there is old-growth forest with interesting erratic boulders, former anti-tank lines, old stone farm fence; the access road is built on brushwood.Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
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Suure Tõllu kerisekivi rest stop
Suur Tõll's sauna stone is an erratic boulder transported by the continental glacier of the last Ice Age from the territory of Finland or Åland to Saaremaa.Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
Taimeaia rest stop
A place close to Kuressaare - a popular destination as a summer resort - with a beautiful white sand beach.Saaremaa
Saaremaa recreation area
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Triigi campsite
A seaside campsite near the Port of Triigi, where ferries travel to Hiiumaa.On the beautiful sandy beach on the Triigi peninsula.
Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
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Tuhkana campsite
Very beautiful beach with white sand, suitable for swimming. The beach is about 600 m walk from the parking area. The boardwalk leads to the dunes where you can enjoy a beautiful view to the seaside.Near the campsite there is a volleyball court. The surrounding forests are good for picking berries and mushrooms.
Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
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Väike-Vilsandi rest stop
When the water level is low and the weather is warm, it is possible to go from Saaremaa to the island of Vilsandi on foot. Wading through the sea from one islet to another, you will first get to Väike-Vilsandi. At the rest stop you can take a break and, if needed, change your shoes. Coming from the sea, there is a coastal plain on one side of the rest stop and a pine stand on the other side. Between them a path leads towards Suure-Vilsandi.Saaremaa
Vilsandi National Park
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Veere campsite
A lengthy seaside campsite on Tagamõisa peninsula on the shore of the Tagalaht bay. Beautiful sea views. Good camping sites in the pine forest right on the pebbly beach.Marked trails to seaside starting from 5th km along Pidula-Veere road.
Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
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Veere observation platform
A good view of the sea, especially in the evening, when boats arrive at the harbour. The nearby sights of interest include the Harilaid peninsula with the tilted lighthouse of Kiipsaare, the interesting wooded meadow at Tagamõisa, Kihelkonna church, Mihkli Farm Museum, Viidumäe Nature Reserve and Loona manor, which houses the Visitor Centre of the Vilsandi National Park.Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
Viidumäe study trail (1,6 km)
The “backbone” of the Saaremaa Island is the highest and oldest part of the island which began to emerge about 10,000 years ago. The coastal escarpment has been preserved at the height of 18 m to the present day. Viidumäe Nature Reserve is home to over 660 species of vascular plants, among which 59 rare species are under protection in Estonia. The most famous of these is the endemic Rhinanthus osiliensis, a species of rattle. The escarpment is surrounded by a belt of springs, 70 to 80 according to the count. In some places crooked oak trees grow in the understory of pine forests. Bogs and fens cover about 10% of the nature reserve.The trail starts at Viidumäe Nature Reserve Centre in Viidu, 28 km from Kuressaare.
Saaremaa
Viidumäe Nature Reserve
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Viieristi rest stop
Viieristi nature reserve, coastal escarpment, different forest types that have evolved from former wooded meadows.Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
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Viieristi study trail (1 km)
The trail runs alongside the historic Sõrve postal route and offers a view on the coastal terrace with species-rich protected mire below it. 35 km along Kuressaare–Sõrve road.Saaremaa
Saaremaa Recreation Area
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Vikati information hut and campfire site
The information room and campfire site is located in the territory of Vikati port. In the information room you can find maps and brochure.Saaremaa
Vilsandi National Park
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Vilsandi hiking trail (6 km and 8 km)
The two hiking trails start in the middle of the island close to the biology stations observation tower.Saaremaa
Vilsandi National Park
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Vilsandi hiking trail’s observation tower (900 m from Vikati Harbour)
The observation tower is located on the island of Vilsand 900 m from Vikati harbor and is 16 m high. Two hiking trails start from there in the middle of Suur-Vilsand. The tower is located on an elevation formed by an old pebble rampart, surrounded by dry alvars that have been covered with higher vegetation (juniper, Sorbus intermedia, rowan, buckthorn) only recently. From the top of the tower viewing to the north, you can see a forest and to the south the sea.A maximum of 6 people are allowed on the observation platform with railings at the same time. Safety instructions are at the foot of the tower.
Saaremaa
Vilsandi National Park
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Visitor Centre of Vilsandi National Park
The Visitor Centre of Vilsandi National Park is located near the western coast of Saaremaa island, in an ancient Loona manor complex in Rootsiküla village.The centre provides information about the unique nature and the marine heritage in the islands and coastal areas. The nature as well as the centre are open all the year round and have something to offer in any season of the year. The permanent exhibition in the centre gives you good ideas of what more to discover in addition to the planned. The centre provides all possibilities for wheelchair users. Visitors can watch nature documentaries and read literature on nature, get information about recreation opportunities in the area, and boat trips to the Vilsandi island. The centre gives directions to hiking trails that introduce birds' life, rich vegetation and geological treasures of the national park. Also you will get information on Viidumäe nature reserve and other protected areas.
Vilsandi Nature Park Visitor Centre organises pre-announced free nature events and nature education programmes for all interested.
Saaremaa
Vilsandi National Park
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