The Kekkonen hiking track can be used all year round – in summer for hiking, jogging and cycling and in winter for skiing. The track was named after former Finnish president Urho Kaleva Kekkonen, who visited Kääriku. The 15 km track starts from Kääriku stadium and passes through several spots of natural beauty, including Harimägi Hill – one of the highest points in the Otepää Highlands (211.3 m above sea level). Its viewing tower, which stands 26 metres high, is right next to the hiking track. Those with more energy can follow the additional 5 km loop on Harimägi Hill.
Gustav II Adolf (1594–1632) was the King of Sweden and the creator of the Swedish Empire, who ascended the throne at the age of 16.Gustav II Adolf died in the Thirty Years' War at the Battle of Lützen. In 1632, shortly before the battle, he signed the founding document of the University of Tartu, thus being the founder of the University of Tartu.Otto Strandman was the author of the statue of Gustav II Adolf, which stood behind the main building of the University of Tartu on the King's Square from 1928 to 1950. The statue was removed by the Soviet occupation authorities on 15 May.In 1992, King Carl XVI Gustav of Sweden and Queen Silvia reopened a new monument by Elisabeth Tebelius-Myren.
Uulits, the pioneer of the Estonian street food, offers fresh street food in a modern, healthy, and Estonian way in Viimsi Centre.Our menu includes juicy beef burgers and wraps, handmade potatoes, and natural beverages made from fresh ingredients. There is also a menu for vegetarians. We make all mayonnaise, jams, sauces, and ketchups on the spot.Anyone who appreciates a high-quality taste experience is welcome to enjoy real street food in Uulits.
Emajõe Aed, located by the River Emajõgi, is a public permaculture community garden. Permaculture is a sustainable and environmentally-friendly way of cultivating land, and the aim of the Emajõe Aed is to introduce permaculture and urban gardening to townspeople, enrich the diversity of urban nature, and enliven the urban space.We grow food together in the garden, following the principles of permaculture, and those who wish can become community gardeners. All visitors can explore the garden on their own, and we can also organise excursions in the garden for those who are interested.During the gardening season, public workshops, campfire evenings, and other events take place regularly in the garden.
In the Mesi Tare fish cooking workshop, we prepare local dishes from seasonal Peipsi fish! The fish cooking workshop, held in the courtyard of the Mesi Tare Holiday Home, covers the entire process from start to finish, including cleaning, filleting, preparation, and cooking the fish. Depending on the season and the fish we have, we cook uhhaa, a traditional fish soup, smoke the fish, pan fry fish, etc. And finally, the moment that everyone is especially looking forward to — we serve the food and enjoy an authentic meal in an Old Believers' village on the Onion Route. The winter fish cooking workshop includes an experience on the ice with a karakat ride on frozen Lake Peipsi, ice fishing, and preparing uhhaa. See you at the workshop!
RemoteNow's eight cone-shaped cabins are located in the forests of Southern Estonia, near a bog lake, and are arranged to provide a pristine nature experience. Each cabin sits on a 2-3-meter layer of peat, creating a unique "floating" experience, and the cabins are connected by picturesque boardwalks. Studies show that spending time in nature encourages creativity, and providing this natural experience is one of our founding principles.We have done our best to ensure the cabins remain cozy and warm year-round. To further enhance the experience of moving in the bog, the toilet and shower are within walking distance in the sauna and café house. The café house is like a large, welcoming living room with a fully equipped kitchen, making it a pleasant place to socialize. Remote workers and teams are especially welcome to stay with us overnight. We offer a sauna experience, workshops, good food, private seminar rooms, and various packages. Bring your team away from the city's hustle and boost your creativity in the forests of Southern Estonia!
Ala-Rõuge Guesthouse provides affordable accommodation in the heart of Rõuge. The former mill building of the local manor, it dates back to 1885. In the intervening years it served many purposes, but was fully restored as a guesthouse in 1998. It is spacious and the hosts are very welcoming.Just a stone's throw from the guesthouse is Estonia's deepest lake, known as Rõuge Suurjärv, which is perfect for swimming in summer. There are also hiking trails in the surrounding forests. Winter pastimes such as skiing and skating provide fun for all the family. And when the weather is inclement, you can always stay indoors and make the most of the guesthouse's board games.
Obinitsa Church was built deep in the Soviet era: 1952, when the country was led by Comrade Stalin. The people's desire for a new sanctuary (the old church was given to the school) was so great, that it bypassed the politics of the day. The Obinitsa Church's main holiday is 19 August - The Feast of the Transfiguration - and thousands of people visit the church that day to remember their ancestors and spend time with a relatives. People have been buried in Obinitsa Cemetery for at least 1,500 years. The oldest burials are marked by small stones located in the western part of the cemetery. The well-known Seto singer Hilana Taarka and the creator of the Obinitsa Museum, Lidia Sillaots, are buried in this park-like cemetery.