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Piusa visitor centre

Võru vald, Võru maakond, 64122

Tunnels dug in the bright sandstone of Piusa’s caves are undoubtedly one of the best-known tourist attractions in ancient Võromaa. For several years now, a fun bat-shaped visitor centre has been waiting here for visitors.
The Piusa visitor centre has a cafe, seminar room, craft room, cinema hall and numerous exhibits. Guests can watch a movie about bats, the most important inhabitants of caves, in the cinema hall, and then head along with a guide to the museum cave viewing platform.
There are no bats in the caves in the summer because they only come here to winter. Right behind the museum cave is Piusa sand quarry, Estonia’s largest sandbox.
The Piusa visitor centre and the picturesque sandy hills offer a unique experience where nature and history intertwine – the mysterious caves of former glass sand mines can be discovered here and the most beautiful views of the sand quarry in Estonia can be enjoyed. With its steep slopes and sandstone outcrops, the Piusa sandy hills are like a natural adventure park that captivates both hiking enthusiasts and photographers.

Amenities

  • Information boards
  • Free parking
  • Seminar room
  • Recreation area/picnic ground

Open times

1. sept - 28. sept

E-R12:00 - 16:00
L-P12:00 - 17:00

31. mai - 31. aug

11:00 - 18:00

1. okt - 31. mai

L-P12:00 - 16:00

Contact

  • +372 53044120
  • piusainfo@gmail.com

Links

piusa.ee

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Lake Verevi Beach

One of the most famous and beloved places in the town of Elva, Tartu County, is the beach of Lake Verevi, whose warm water and soft sand have been a favorite of locals and visitors for decades. This lake is a scenic spot in the heart of Elva, where summer vibes, active leisure, and the pleasure of a day at the beach meet. The beach has a diving tower, children's pool, and volleyball courts, where various competitions are often held. The beach has all the necessary amenities, including changing cabins, lifeguards, toilets, and a summer beach café. At Verevi Beach Café, you can enjoy authentic Italian gelato and rent SUP boards. Near Verevi Beach is Elva Sports Park, which features a tennis court, outdoor gym, Elva City Stadium, Seeneriigi playground, and a running track under the pines. In winter, it is possible to sled down the lake slope and skate on the lake ice rink when ice conditions are favorable. Skates can be rented during the winter from Verevi Motel.

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GMP Clubhotel – exclusive guest apartments

The GMP Clubhotel is an exclusive apartment hotel in Otepää, on the shore of Lake Pühajärve. The Clubhotel is intended primarily for people who appreciate higher quality interiors, modern technical solutions, security and comfort. The Clubhotel offers 1- and 2-room apartments with all the conveniences and beautiful views, which can comfortably accommodate 4-member families. In addition, there is a 3-room apartment with a private sauna, which can accommodate a larger family. A sauna complex and terrace with outstanding views is located on the top floor.

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Guided tour with genuine experiences in the winter ’Discover Onion Route through adventures!’

The multi-layered Onion Route near Lake Peipus is waiting for you!The Onion Route offers many adventures in the winter: *A tour at the Alatskivi Castle with the castle damsel; making a bag with the traditional woodblock printing technique at the castle's workshop, and tasting the local foods in the castle's restaurant;*Going on a journey of discovery on a local vehicle (karakat) meant for driving on ice on Lake Peipus or the swamps of Emajõe Suursoo, and having a picnic in the nature;*Going to a sauna tent or a plasticsauna, whichever you like, on Lake Peipus or the yard of Mesi Tare Home Accommocation at Varnja village.The price includes a guide and a day programme, prepared in accordance with your wishes.Wear warm clothes, bring your friends, and come discover the Onion Route!

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Kick sledge hike on the ice of Lake Pühajärv or along the sports tracks

Otepää's excellent snow conditions and varied landscape with narrow forest trails and prepared sleigh roads are perfect for kick sledging. Ice conditions permitting, an entirely unique experience is provided by a kick sledge hike across the lake ice.Many participants haven't used a kick sledge since their childhood. Some try it for the first time; however, anyone can master it!The guides add fun to the gathering breaks with games and exciting tales about nature.During the 2–4 hour hike, we will cover about 7 km of winter roads.The size of the group starts from 10 people.This is an EHE product (ecotourism quality mark Genuine and Interesting Estonia).

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Eduard Tubin Museum

The museum is located on the first floor of Alatskivi Castle and provides an overview of the life and work of one of Estonia's most famous composers – Eduard Tubin. The exhibition introduces other well-known musicians who studied with Tubin in Tartu under the guidance of Heino Eller – the so-called School of Tartu. At the museum, you can see and hear Tubin's manuscripts, recordings, and books. In addition, you are introduced to those who have interpreted his music and displayed musical instruments, records, and theatre programmes connected to Tubin. You can also look at and watch photos and films created by the composer.You can enter the museum with a ticket to Alatskivi Castle, and it is also possible to order a guide as an additional service.

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Tartu Toy Museum

Tartu Toy Museum, situated in the Old Town of Tartu, takes adults back to the brighter days of their childhood and offers children plenty of interesting things to see and do.The permanent exhibition displays toys that Estonian children have played with throughout the years. Artist-made dolls, souvenir dolls of different nations, and Finno-Ugric traditional toys are also exhibited. Playrooms and workshops are also open. You can see puppets from Estonian puppet films and temporary exhibitions in the outbuilding. The museum also has a theatre building named ’Teatri kodu’ (The Home of Theatre) with a theatre hall, a museum of puppets, and a children’s studio.

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Private tour, tailor-made for you, in Tartu’s Old Town

A private guided tour gives you the opportunity to explore the parts of Tartu that most interest you. On this private tour, we will walk at a leisurely pace along the streets of Tartu's Old Town, admire the best examples of Tartu's classicism, and also explore the parks in the area. You will receive answers to your questions in a relaxed manner. Instead of being crowded into a large group, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself calmly in the city's rhythm, allowing you to truly feel it. If you wish, we can walk along the Emajõgi River to the Tartu market, which is filled with delicious local foods. As the name of the tour suggests, each tour is unique and "tailor-made" to your wishes.

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KGB Cells Museum

The KGB Cells Museum, known as the "Grey House", is a historical museum in Tartu, where the NKVD/KGB was located in the 1940s and 1950s. The basement of the building, where the cells were located, is open to visitors. Several cells, the punishment cells, and the basement corridor have been restored to their historical form. The prison cells are filled with an exhibition that provides an overview of Estonia's post-war struggle for freedom and the crimes of the communist regime. Here you can see photographs and objects from Siberian prison camps, as well as materials on the history of the Forest Brotherhood and secret resistance organizations. Step into history and experience the meaning of freedom!

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