Come and enjoy nature and fresh air in Männikjärve bog.Our guide will take you to the bog landscape with snowshoes which is inaccessible by boardwalk.We will explore the bog and nature depending on the season while telling stories and legends, listening to the sounds of birds, and watching the animals.A bog trip is a great way to spend quality time with your family, group of friends, or colleagues.
A cosy and homely hostel in a popular wood and craft center in the beautiful Avinurme is perfect for:- hikers for taking a break,- family vacations;- organising seminars and trainings;- carrying out company events and other social celebrations.We are open all year round!
Explore the home and inspiring work of one of Estonia's most famous writers and poets at the Juhan Liiv Museum. The museum offers interactive experiences where poetry comes to life through sound and video, highlighting the region's unique characteristics. It tells the story of Kodavere's rich cultural heritage, and in summer, you can stroll around the beautiful garden. The Liiv Museum also offers activities for children, and families are welcome to visit with their four-legged friends. You can order a guided tour introducing the museum's story if you wish. Come and let the Liiv Museum inspire you!
Villa Tammekann is an architectural landmark, where the Granö Centre of the University of Turku and Tartu operates.The world-famous Finnish architect Alvar Aalto designed the building as the home of August Tammekann, Professor of Geography at the University of Tartu. The University of Turku Foundation bought the house from the children of Tammekann in 1998, and then the building was overhauled mainly in accordance with the drawings of Alvar and Aino Aalto. The overhaul was recognised with the Europa Nostra Prize in 2001.The house is part of the National Register of Cultural Monuments and the international IconicHouses network.Groups must book a time to visit the house.
Bar Paral-lel invites you to discover authentic Basque flavors right in the heart of Tartu! This cozy, stylish restaurant is located just a few steps from Town Hall Square. Bar Paral·lel is also the little sister to Pompei Restaurant across the street. Our menu is inspired by the new era of Spanish cuisine and offers dishes beyond classic tapas, including meat, fish, and vegetable dishes. Each dish is a small-plate experience you can share, try, and discover at your own pace. The food is honest, thoughtful, and always slightly unexpected. Our selection of drinks enriches the dining experience, and your glass is always filled with wines that perfectly complement Spanish dishes. Bar Paral·lel is known for its historic atmosphere and service that creates a memorable evening. We are located in a building built in 1901, which adds soul and character to every visit. Come visit like a good friend: ready to discover, enjoy, and be surprised.
In summer you can hike on the Kääriku recreational trails and in winter you can ski along the hills and valleys of the Otepää Upland. All the skiing, running, cycling and hiking trails are signposted, so you will always find your way safely back to the starting point. There are three hiking trails - the Running Track (5 km), the Lakeside Circuit (2.3 km) and the Seinamägi Hill Circuit (4.6 km). The latter is of particular interest to extreme sports enthusiasts. The Kekkonen hiking trail is perfect for cycling, and you can also cycle along the quiet bicycle and pedestrian track between Kääriku and Lake Pühajärv. The maps of the trails can be found on the homepage of Kääriku Sports Center.
The Pokuland theme park on the borders of Võru and Põlva Counties was created after a children’s book, Pokumaa by Edgar Valter, and its main characters – Pokus. Pokus were created after sedge tussocks, or clumps of long, thick grass that grow in the bogs.The world of Pokus begins with the visitor's centre – Pokuhall – that looks like a twin-Poku and surprises guests with its unique stairways, passages and interior design elements. In the Pokuhall visitors can see original illustrations and oil paintings by Edgar Valter, get to know his creative work and make Pokus themselves. There are many other activities and events, such as study trails to introduce local nature, village swings to ride, as well as picnic and camping sites.
Spend a night in a fairy tale castle! Four rooms with accommodation for up to eight people await on the second floor of Alatskivi Castle. Each room has a WC and bathroom. In the Tower Room, the most luxurious room of them all, the bed has been placed in a niche in the corner tower. Two of the rooms, the Chambermaid Room and Governess Room, can be combined into one family room.Prices include breakfast in the Castle restaurant.