Canoeing and kayaking day trips on Ahja River

Palamuse Church is one of the oldest medieval churches in northern Tartu County. The church was first mentioned in documents in 1234. As a fortress church, it provided protection from invaders during wars. There is a burial ground around the church, which has two preserved headstones. The unique wooden sculptures on the altar and pulpit date back to 1696. There is a dry-stone painting on the eastern outer wall. Services are held in the church every Sunday at 11 a.m. The church also organises concerts and plays.

Acroyoga is an adventurous and fun activity that is both physically and mentally very stimulating and enlightening. It does not matter how flexible, tall or short you are or how much you weigh – it is suitable for everyone. Through various pair and team exercises, games and creative tasks, we get to know and trust ourselves as well as others.Acroyoga is a playful practice that is well suited for companies that want to develop or test their teamwork, but it is also suitable for the whole family to have fun together.We conduct workshops in beautiful places of Estonia.

The Estonian blue-black-and-white national flag waves in the highest flagstaff in Estonia – on the renewed Central Square in the centre of Otepää. The flag was hoisted on a 20-metre flagstaff on the National Flag Day on 4 June 2009, when 125 years passed from the day when the first blue-black-and-white flag was commemorated and consecrated. Next to the flag are information stands with the story of the Estonian flag, and in the nearby Community Garden, you can learn exciting facts about the history of Otepää.The flag consecrated on 4 June 1884 was initially the flag of Estonian University Students, then the Estonian national flag, and when the Republic of Estonia was established, blue, black, and white were declared the national colours.

Astri Arena is the largest and most modern indoor ice rink in Southern Estonia, and the only ice rink open all year round in the entire region. It is located in Tartu Lõunakeskus and offers sports and entertainment for visitors of all ages. You can skate at Astri Arena in any weather. In addition to regular skating, Astri Arena hosts fun ice discos, great family events, sports competitions, and training sessions. It is also a great place to organize memorable birthday parties and school or team events. Visitors can rent skates, helmets, and assistive skate frames, which make the first steps on the ice safe even for small children. A full-size ice rink right in a shopping center is a rare — there are only a few similar indoor ice rinks. Astri Arena combines sports, entertainment, and experiences, offering unforgettable moments at any time of the year. Come and enjoy an athletic and fun time in a unique indoor ice hall with the whole family!

Karl Ernst von Baer was a biologist, the founder of descriptive and comparative embryology and an academician of the St Petersburg Academy of Sciences. He studied medicine in Tartu from 1810 to 1811 and obtained the degree of doctor of medicine here. He was a professor of zoology and anatomy in Königsberg from 1817. He studied anthropology, geography and ichthyology during his time in St Petersburg. He spent the last years of his life (1867-1876) in Tartu where he wrote his 3-volume collection of articles and speeches and participated in the activities of the Estonian Naturalists Society and was elected its president in 1869.The statue of Karl Ernst von Baer was completed in 1886, its author is M. Opeku.

Living up to its name, Rahwa Resto (People's Restaurant) is meant for everyone.We welcome everyone – from morning coffee lovers to those looking for a hearty lunch. Actually, we consider lunch the most important meal of the day. You can also combine your own plat du jour. We have not forgotten about soup lovers, either – we serve something delicious to them every day as well.The menu is extensive so anyone can find their favourite. You can choose between various appetizers, salads, soups, entrees and desserts.See you at Rahwa Resto!Home delivery available!

The Onion Road has many layers of flavours. During the tour, we will discover the local culture through all of them. Participants will learn the secrets of Ivan Chai, eat the famous onion pies of Kostja, taste chicory cake and coffee, and drink local craft wines.In addition, we will make a bag with block printing, learn the story of the Old Believers and the Baltic German landlords, and find out how the locals grow onions.It is possible to order the tour with (additional 150 euros) or without a guide.We will choose the dishes and places in accordance with your wishes and the season.

Pindi Veinitalu in Võru County is a small winery where unique berry and fruit wines are made from both South Estonian forest products and local raw ingredients. We have wines for every taste – dry, semi-dry, and dessert.The tastings are held at the Andri-Peedo goat farm. During the visit, the Andri-Peedo family will introduce the goat farm while we taste their goat cheeses and the wines of Pindi Veinitalu.