The monument to Peeter Siegfried Nikolaus Põld (1878–1930), the first Minister of Education and founder of the national university of Estonia, the first professor of pedagogy, was unveiled in front of the Ministry of Education and Research on 1 December 2008.The authors of the monument are sculptor Ekke Väli and architect Ain Rööpson.Under the name of Peeter Põld Day, student scientific conferences have been organised at the University of Tartu since 2008, and on the same day, the university issues a scholarship named after him.
Arch Bridge (Kaarsild) is a pedestrian bridge between the city centre and the Ülejõe district. It was built in 1957–1959 to replace the former Kivisild bridge, on the foundations of its abutments. Before the bridge was completed, a long rowing boat was used to regularly transport people over the river in the 1950s.The bridge was renovated in 2017. In the dark, the bridge is illuminated and additionally, musical works, accompanied by a light show, can be seen that are synchronised with the bell ringing of the town hall. The sound and light design is a unique public space project of its kind in Estonia.Next to the bridge, there is also a model of the Kivisild bridge that was destroyed in World War II.
Contra’s summer room in Ostrova village has been named after the poet Margus Konnula.The summer room is located on two floors in separate houses. The room has 2 single beds and one double. If necessary, we can accommodate more people in the family home. On the ground floor, there is an open summer kitchen, where you can make a lovely breakfast or enjoy the summer nights in front of the fireplace. The kitchen has a stove, a sink, a coffee machine, an oven, and dishes. We offer breakfast for an extra charge.When in Ostrova, we recommend going to the Russian sauna, which is a unique experience that you have to book in advance.
In South Estonia, next to Otepää, Kääriku Sports Center is a paradise for water lovers, in addition to being a sports center. In summer, along with excellent sports opportunities and hiking trails of various lengths, there is a beach and an outdoor pool with a diving tower. Kääriku also has five saunas open all year-round!On the shore of Lake Kääriku, there is the legendary Kekkonen Sauna with wood heating and the Green Sauna with a lake view near the athletics stadium. The latter has two separate washing and changing rooms and can accommodate up to 40 sauna enthusiasts. Drinks and snacks can be ordered from us, as well. Next to the Kääriku hotel complex is the Sports Hall sauna with an electric heater, and the sports hall also has a Recovery Center. The Recovery Center has a relaxation room for 10 people, where you can enjoy the benefits of a steam sauna and an infrared sauna, or cool off in two different ice baths. Leisure, sports, and sauna in one place – book your experience at Kääriku today!
This 1.2 km long health track starts from Kunimäe plateau by the main building at Tehvandi Sports Centre, where there is a gymnastics set with three different attractions, and then winds its way around Kunimäe Hill. There are seven exercise sets along the track designed to develop different muscle groups and balance. The track is marked by green tape.
In your childhood you probably heard stories about the Arctic and Antarctic explorers who traversed the icy landscapes of the poles in search of the undiscovered. Now you can do the same yourself - in much greater comfort! Join us on a 24-hour skiing safari - an expedition on the frozen waters of the Emajõe-Suursoo, with accommodation in an ice-bound floating hut on the river. All equipment is provided.
Waide Motal offers a quick and delicious lunch buffet.We also offer catering for groups upon reservation.Welcome!
At the Ülejõe promenade everyone can enjoy greenery at the heart of the city. At the promenade meandering along the bank of the River Emajõgi you will come across colourful flora and fauna. From the observation platforms and swing benches one can enjoy a view overlooking the River Emajõgi where fishermen and sea gulls catch fish and ships and paddle boarders pass by.The promenade starts from the Turusild Bridge and ends at the Lodjakoda and the City Swimming Pool (ca 2.5 km in length).The area from the Turusild Bridge towards the Anne Canal is a starting point for an exciting Soviet era district consisting of five- and nine-storey buildings – Annelinn, which is also called a bedroom suburb as it is the most populated settlement area in Tartu.