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Järvselja Primeval Forest Nature Reserve

Kastre vald, Tartu maakond, 62506

Järvselja Primeval Forest or Nature Reserve is the first and, therefore, the oldest forest protection area in Estonia. It was placed under protection in 1924. In 2006, Järvselja Nature Reserve was established, which includes the primeval forest, the surrounding quarters, and the Riiupalu pine forest, a total of 184.4 hectares of land. 2014 marked the year that the nature conservation quarter had not been included in forestry activities for 90 years.Järvselja Primeval Forest is a truly ancient and special, naturally beautiful and untouched place, where, in addition to primeval trees, many unique bird species can be seen. 

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  • Information boards
  • WC
  • Drop Toilet
  • Free parking

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Contact

  • +372 7411341
  • info@jarvselja.ee

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Siimusti Clay Industry

Siimusti Ceramics operates from the clay factory, which was founded in 1886 by Joosep Tiimann, a man born from a family of farmers. The location was suitable due to the clay deposits present here. At first the brick manufactury was created; afterwards they started producing oven pots and dishware.Nowadays you can get acquainted with the manufacturing process of ceramics: The pouring of clay into the mold and the firing and glazing processes. The end product can be bought onsite.

  • Family friendly
  • Adventure parks

Otepää Adventure Park

Otepää Adventure Park is a place you can easily spend a whole day experiencing real thrills! Whether you get your shot of adrenaline on the various climbing tracks, the 350 m flight above the valley of the fort, or by catapulting yourself up to 20 m high in the air, there is an opportunity for every thrill seeker.So as not to be left out, the smallest members of your family can also have an adventure of their own, too, on the safe children’s track. With a professional team to advise and support families visiting the Adventure Park, all challenges will be conquered together! A great place to forget about your daily worries and stress, the Otepää Adventure Park is the spot to enjoy an adventure on your own, with family, friends, or colleagues.

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Meelega Metsa forest immersion trips in South Estonia

Dear traveler, join us at Meelega Metsa!Guided forest bathing offers you the opportunity to take a break and encourages you to be present in the moment. Forest bathing helps you notice what you usually don't and supports the sense of presence. It's a special opportunity to see and perceive the Estonian forest from a different perspective. During the forest bathing journey, you will experience the forest through your five senses, have the chance to look both outward and inward, cultivate a greater sense of well-being, and gift yourself with greater physical ease and mental balance. Being in contact with nature, we feel how something inside us settles again. We conclude the journey together around the campfire, enjoying warm drinks and forest-inspired flavors. The journey is conducted with care and attention by Helen and Anneli, who have trained as forest bathing guides in Japan. Each forest bathing journey is unique and adapts to the participants and the forest. Are you ready to go to the forest and meet yourself there?

  • Camping sites

Camping houses and camping at Metsjärve Holiday House

Metsjärve camping houses are located in Põlva County, Puskaru village, in a beautiful pine forest and by a beautiful lake. The historic Postal Road and the Road Museum are in our immediate vicinity.The camping houses are heated and offer year-round accommodation. Our cosy camping houses accommodate four people, but there is room for up to three extra beds. Each camping house has a private barbecue area and some also have a mini kitchen.In summer, for a fee, you can ride a wakeboard or tube at Wakepark. The equipment is rented on site.Come spend you vacation here and enjoy the beauty of untouched nature!

Jõeveere farm

Welcome to Jõeveere Farm!We are located in the beautiful Piusa primeval valley on the banks of the Piusa River, Võrumaa, just one and a half kilometers away from Estonia's highest Devonian sandstone outcrops – the Härma walls. We offer accommodation in historic log cabins and Aida rooms, a smoke sauna, a concert hall, a campfire site, swings, and grilling facilities. Larger camps and camping are welcome – the grounds have accommodated over 1000 people at once. Nature enthusiasts can explore the 15 km Piusa River primeval valley hiking trail, enjoying forests, meadows, and riverbanks, ending with the ruins of Vastseliina castle. At the Jõeveere Farm museum, we exhibit local historical artifacts: tools, dishes, embroideries, and much more. A group of up to 15 people can fit at a time – pre-registration is required. Our smoke sauna, over 100 years old, offers hot steam and relaxation – after the sauna, you can dive into the crisp river or pond. Come and experience authentic Võrumaa farm life!

Tartu Town Hall Square Apartment

Tartu Town Hall Square Apartment is a comfortable and cozy accommodation in the heart of Old Town. Experience the heart of Tartu by staying in our bright and cozy apartment on Town Hall Square. It accommodates up to four guests, making it ideal for families, groups of friends, or couples who wish to explore the city. The apartment has two bedrooms: one spacious room with a view of Town Hall Square and a wide double bed, and another room with a balcony and two beds that can be joined into one wide bed if needed. The apartment is equipped with all amenities. The balcony facing the courtyard is ideal for enjoying morning coffee or relaxing after a city tour. Free parking in the courtyard makes arrival especially convenient, a definite plus in the central area of Tartu. Step out the door, and you are in Old Town, where all the main museums, cafés, and restaurants are just a few steps away.

  • Churches

Obinitsa Church and Cemetery

Obinitsa Church was built deep in the Soviet era: 1952, when the country was led by Comrade Stalin. The people's desire for a new sanctuary (the old church was given to the school) was so great, that it bypassed the politics of the day. The Obinitsa Church's main holiday is 19 August - The Feast of the Transfiguration - and thousands of people visit the church that day to remember their ancestors and spend time with a relatives. People have been buried in Obinitsa Cemetery for at least 1,500 years. The oldest burials are marked by small stones located in the western part of the cemetery. The well-known Seto singer Hilana Taarka and the creator of the Obinitsa Museum, Lidia Sillaots, are buried in this park-like cemetery.

  • Family friendly
  • Vegan food

Restaurant Spargel

SPARGEL — the cosy restaurant-gallery is located in the Tartu Centre for Creative Industries, where art can be found both on the walls and on the plate.Based on seasonal and local ingredients, we offer an à la carte menu, which offers a selection dishes from rabbit to herring and a range of vegan dishes. Our lunch and monthly specials and themed catering are also very popular. The cosy rooms of the restaurant-gallery can be booked for birthdays, company celebrations, and other events. The restaurant has children’s chairs and menu, and a wonderful two-storey playroom with a slide.The exclusive backyard outdoor cafeteria, surrounded by nature, is open during summer months.

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