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Lake Pühajärv hiking trail

Kolga tee 28, Otepää vald, Valga maakond, 67405

The hiking trail that encircles Lake Pühajärv starts near the centre of Otepää Nature Park. The 14 km trail takes you on a voyage of discovery around one of the most unique and beautiful lakes in Estonia.
Covering the whole track takes from 3–6 hours. There are rest areas and barbecue sites along the way. Part of the track (approximately 2.2 km) runs along the Pühajärve–Kääriku exercise track by the Otepää–Kääriku highway.
You can cover the track by foot or bike. Cyclists must bear in mind that there are parts of the track on which you will have to push your bike instead of riding it. The Angunina, Kiigemäe and Koolirand campfire sites are located on the trail. There, you can make a fire and camp.

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Witch’s Country in the Old Valley of Lake Uhtjärv

If you would like to visit and spend the night in one of the smallest and most special countries in the world, you should head for the Witch's Country in the Old Valley of Lake Uhtjärv in Võru County, where you will get a chance to see the lands of the Witch's Country and learn about its history.You can taste a variety of meals in the Witch's Kitchen by ordering catering in advance.There are plenty of unique leisure activities to fill the entire day – make sure to try armchair football and broom throwing.We have cosy rooms, as well as rooms in unique witch's houses on chicken legs for those who would like to spend a more exciting night.It is also possible to use a caravan parking lot and a camping site upon reservation.

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Krabi Camping

Krabi Caravan Park is located at the southern tip of Estonia, in Krabi village in Rõuge Parish. Housed in a former school stadium, this quiet park with extensive greenery offers 64 caravan sites with electric and water options. There are spacious grounds for campers, and pets are also welcome. Krabi is quiet and close to nature – electricity comes from solar panels. The Paganamaa and Pähn hiking trails are nearby, and a village shop and tavern are 500 meters away. Guests can enjoy a modern service building with toilets, showers, and a kitchenette, as well as a shelter for campers. A sauna with a healing wall of salt is waiting in the outbuilding. Prior agreement is required for use. There are swings and ballfields for kids to have a fun time. Krabi Caravan Park is prized for its peace and privacy – here you can charge both your caravan and your own batteries. You can also stop longer in the park if you want, as there is plenty of space and quiet. It's also the perfect place to stay when you're on your way to Europe – Krabi is right next to the Latvian border.

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Laari Forestry Study Trail

The 3-km-long circular forestry study trail, starting at Laari campfire site, is suitable for a peaceful walk for holidaymakers at the campfire site, nature lovers, and hikers with pets.The trail is very diverse - it runs along the paths and trails of the bright pine forest, the mysterious pine forest, and the eye-catching birch forest, over the Lambiniidu and a ditch, over which wooden bridges have been built.The trail is marked with signs and red dots on trees, the information boards on the trail introduce the surrounding nature and the different ways of forest management.

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Hiking trail in the Rõuge Primeval Valley

The Rõuge Primeval Valley hiking trail is as straight as a line, 10 km long, it begins at Hinni Canyon or in the Ööbikuoru Centre parking lot. Beginning at the Ööbikuorg start point, the trail runs along the shores of seven lakes towards Hinni Canyon and offers hikers an opportunity to observe the workings of the area's water rams, see the deepest Estonian lake – Rõuge Suurjärv and visit Rõuge Park.Further on, on the shores of Lakes Ratasjärve, Tõugjärve and Kahrila, hikers can see the local forest communities, rest in meadows or enjoy the village landscape and proceed along the short path towards Hinni Canyon.

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Kargaja Kuke cabins and saunas

There is a recreation area in Kargaja, Peipsi, which belongs to Mr. and Mrs. Kukk. There are new comfortable cabins, a spacious Finnish sauna, and a smoke sauna. In total, we can accommodate up to 12 people in the cabins, but you can also stay in a tent or a caravan.Guests have access to a comfortable outdoor kitchen with everything they need, a seating area, and a toilet and shower room. There is a pond next to the sauna where you can take a refreshing dip.Bring family, friends, or co-workers and spend a pleasant holiday! A warm welcome, hot saunas, and memorable experiences on the Onion Route await you!

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Paju Holiday Village

Paju Holiday Village is the ideal place for people who like to enjoy the nature during their holidays as it is just 300 m from Lake Pühajärv. The holiday village has a private holiday house with a sauna and a separate area with washing and utility rooms where people can pitch up their tents. It is suitable for family holidays. There are spaces for tents and camping opportunities and summer and there is also a roofed picnic area.

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Lake Pühajärv Park

Families with children are particularly welcome in the Lake Pühajärv Park as there are many opportunities to feed ducks and other birds when walking on the lakeshore. There is an exercise track by the northern part of the park. This is also the place where you will find the beach with a beach house, cafés, arbours and boat hire.The park used to be a part of the Pühajärv Manor Park and it was designed as a walking forest with paths already in the 19th century. The park is mainly a naturally grown forest.

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WPark Glamping

If one day in WPark and Põltsamaa is not enough, you can now extend your adventures by staying overnight on the shores of the wonderful Kamari Lake. In the shade of native trees, cozy glamping tents await you, where you can sleep like a king in a soft bed, between white sheets, and in the middle of Estonia's enchanting nature. We offer four glamping tents for accommodation, each with four comfortable single beds, a heater, and electricity. This makes staying overnight comfortable at any time of the year. The entire glamping village can accommodate up to 16 people, making it ideal for both smaller groups and holidays with friends. The accommodation price includes washing facilities and access to the sauna in the WPark main house during its opening hours. You don't have to worry about breakfast either because you can buy a delicious meal at the W Cafe. WPark also offers a wakeboarding cable park, SUP boards, an adventure park, and many other fun activities for the whole family. Come and extend your WPark experience in comfort and style!

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