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Mikitamäe Orthodox village chapels

Mäe tn 27/2, Setomaa vald, Võru maakond, 64301

The square in front of Mikitamäe Culture House is called the square of Orthodox village chapels because two Orthodox village chapels are located there next to each other – the old Orthodox village chapel is the oldest wooden building in continental Estonia: it was probably built in 1694. The building was originally located next to the Tartu–Petseri highway. During the Soviet era, it was moved from there. In 2009, the chapel was renovated and brought to the square in front of the former town hall. In 1998, a new chapel was built.Both Mikitamäe Orthodox village chapels are dedicated to Apostle Thomas. The village holiday is celebrated a week after Easter.

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  • Free parking

Open times

Throughout the Year

Eeltellimsel

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  • +372 5629 3445
  • raili.mottus@setomaa.ee

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Bogshoe hike in the Rubina Weltands in Mulgimaa

Rubina is the largest and best-preserved bog in the Mulgimaa area and is an area of great value to nature enthusiasts for its many bird species.A hike through Rubina's beauty, from the moss-covered marshlands; to a picnic lunch on a bog island covered in gigantic trees, is a hike is spent surrounded by a serene marshy landscape. Sightseeing through the many waterbodies of the bog and its swamp islands full of animal and bird life, is an enjoyable experience that can last up 3-4 hours and covers up to 6 km. Everyone who can enjoy a winter walk, can walk with bogshoes in the swamp as well.Groups for this excursion start from 10 people.This is an EHE product (Genuine and Interesting Estonia tourism service mark).

Manor AIT guesthouse

The guesthouse Manor Ait is located on the main street in downtown Võru, a historic building built in the late 19 th century that once belonged to the Wõru Tarwitajate Society “the farmer.” A small walk away are the churches and museums of Võru, the cultural house Kannel and the beach promenade of Tamula. Guesthouse Manor Ait rooms with amenities are located on the second floor of the house, with an apartment-type room for four people on the first floor of the house, and a pub that, along with a party hall, can accommodate up to 70 people, with an outdoor terrace also open during the summer months. We offer cosy accommodation, friendly service and delicious experiences.

  • Churches

Tartu St. Peter’s Church

Tartu St. Peter's Church is one of the most beautiful neo-Gothic Lutheran sanctuaries in Southern Estonia, established in the late 19th century as a spiritual home for the growing Estonian-speaking community. Designed by architect Viktor Schröter, the church is distinguished by its 56.5-meter-high tower and impressive brick facade, which reshaped the entire Ülejõe district's appearance. The church hall is bright and spacious, featuring a remarkable three-story interior. Wooden balconies and neo-Gothic arches add warmth and a dignified rhythm to the space, creating the impression of a true city cathedral. Visitors can admire Johann Köler's altarpiece "Inviting Christ" (1897) and listen to the late-19th-century 22-register organ, making Peetri Church one of Tartu's most esteemed concert venues due to its excellent acoustics. The church was established near the site of Estonia's first national song festival and has been an important part of Estonian cultural and congregational history since its cornerstone was laid in 1882.

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  • Beaches

Anne Canal

Anne Canal is located in the city of Tartu, where you can enjoy summer beach fun. The beach has a golden sandy beach that awaits sunbathers and sandcastle builders. There is also a playground with swings, climbing ladders, and a slide. There are fitness trails, an outdoor gym, and a volleyball court along the Canal. There are changing cabins and toilets on the beach. During the swimming season, the beach café Lennuk is open, where you can buy refreshing drinks and street food. In winter, you can go winter swimming in Anne Canal and go ice skating with your own skates. Good to know: During the summer months, the beach is patrolled by lifeguards.

  • Manors

Võisiku manor

Võisiku manor was first mentioned in 1558. It was one of the biggest manors in Livonia in the 18th and 19th centuries, stretching from Põltsamaa to Lake Võrtsjärv. There were 52 buildings on the manor originally, some of which we can still see today, and a further 67 in outlying parts of the manor and its mirror factory. Lord of the manor Timotheus Eberhard von Bock, who drew up Russia's first constitution for Emperor Alexander I and was sent to the Schlüsselburg fortress for 9 years for doing so, is the central character in Estonian author Jaan Kross' novel "The Emperor's Madman". Did you know...? *Today the main building houses Võisiku Nursing Home and can only be viewed from the exterior

Tehvandi Holiday House

Tehvandi Holiday House is located in a beautiful natural setting around 400 metres from the main building of Tehvandi Sports Centre, close to Mustalätte Farm.The holiday house has two apartments with separate entrances. Each apartment has four bedrooms (three doubles/twins and one four-person room), a living room with kitchenette, a sauna complex, a bathroom and a WC.The apartments each have an airing cupboard, washing machine, fully-fitted kitchen, television and music centre, and the holiday house is covered by free WiFi. There is also a separate storage room and outdoor terraces.There is a car park by the holiday house as well as a pond with a bridge and an area in which to relax and enjoy your free time.

Horse-drawn carriage ride at Metsapiiga Farm

A carriage ride with a horse is a calm and safe way to experience the proximity of horses and discover the beauty of Estonian nature without actually being on horseback. Metspiiga Farm offers a comfortable, modern carriage ride suitable for both first-time visitors and those seeking a peaceful, memorable experience. Many guests wish to interact with horses, but riding may seem challenging. A carriage ride is simple and suitable for everyone, regardless of age or previous experience. This makes it a great choice for families, friends, older visitors, and smaller groups. The horse's calm movement has a relaxing effect on both body and mind. During the ride, you hear the quiet movement of the carriage, the horse's steps and breathing, and see the landscape around you. It helps to momentarily escape the everyday rush and enjoy a genuinely simple experience.

  • Hiking Trails

Alatskivi Hiking Trail

The 4.5 km long trail around Lake Lossijärv with its varied terrain and beautiful views offers visitors plenty of excitement and sights at any time of year.The trail starts at Alatskivi or by the Bed of Kalevipoeg. Alatskivi Castle and Castle Park, Hirveaed Garden, Sheep Bridge, Bed of Kalevipoeg, Lake Veskijärv, and Lake Lossijärv are all along the trail. There are two large information boards on the trail, log stairs in the Bed of Kalevipoeg, two bridges, signs, and small information boards that introduce the objects found in the protected area.

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