A wonderful morning or day tour to explore the Onion Route and Peipsi region! The tour starts from Tartu and takes you to the shores of Lake Peipsi, where you will find Alatskivi Castle and the Old Believers Museum, and encounter the charming and authentic local community. The culinary experiences will lead straight to the heart of Peipsimaa. We'll try our hand at fun workshops, enjoy delicious onion pies, tea ceremonies, and craft wine, and dive into the legends of onion braids. The bravest can also take part in an exciting ghost tour. Transportation from Tartu and back is included in the tour price. Babelhouse tours are flexible and tailored according to the group's wishes and time constraints. During the tour, you can purchase local Peipsi onions, crafts, wine, and other souvenirs. The Onion Route tour is perfect for culture enthusiasts, foreign visitors, pre- and post-conference programs, and groups of friends who want to experience the authentic culture of the Old Believers together. Book your trip and enjoy an unforgettable day by Lake Peipsi!
Whether it's your birthday, your company's summer retreat or an outing with friends, a trip on a river is unforgettable. We organize these trips all over Estonia.Canoeing/kayaking trips on Ahja River – this Põlva County river is the best known and the most beautiful river for such trips in Estonia. Routes are suitable for both beginners as well as experienced paddlers. Taevaskoja, caves and white water – such beautiful scenery satisfies even the most demanding of canoeists.Duration of the trip: Koorvere-Kiidjärve – 3 hours (11 km). Kiidjärve-Saesaare – 1.5-2 hours.Price: a canoe trip is €16 per person and a kayak trip is €20 per person.Price for children between the ages of 8-16: €12 per person.The minimum size of a group is 10 people.Small groups can join scheduled trips.
Vudila bistro is located in Vudila Playland.We serve simple roasts, soups, and desserts. We also have different cold and hot drinks, pies, and buns. We have also focused on the needs of children: in the middle of the bistro, there is a play area for children with toys and drawing supplies, high chairs, and a room for changing diapers. We also sell baby food and formulas.Vudila Bistro is open when the Playland is open: from June to August and during the Christmas programme in December.You can eat at the bistro if you have a ticket to Vudila Playland.
At the Ice Age Center, you'll find a family-friendly café with enchanting views of Lake Saadjärv through the windows! The café offers buffets and menus for adults and a children's menu for the little ones. The selection also includes vegetarian and vegan food. The café is perfect for both spending time at the Ice Age Center and daily lunch specials for locals and visitors. If you wish, you can also book catering for groups and rent rooms for different events, such as a seminar, birthday, or other celebration. A cozy atmosphere, delicious food, and a wonderful view of Lake Saadjärv create a special experience any time of year.
Pazzo restaurant in Tartu embodies the rhythms of Italy. Pazzo means "crazy" in Italian, and that's exactly what we are, but in the best sense! We do crazily good things. Pazzo combines authentic Italian flavors, warm service, and a cozy atmosphere. The menu is full of fresh pastas, crispy pizzas, delicious risottos, and irresistible desserts that you can enjoy with creative cocktails. Each dish showcases our passion and creativity because Pazzo is bursting with new ideas, flavors, and the desire to offer something extraordinary. Three different halls provide the opportunity to create the atmosphere you want, whether it's a romantic dinner, a birthday, a bachelor party, or a formal reception for business partners. Pazzo is also a child-friendly restaurant, where a cheerful play corner has been created for smaller guests. Come and discover Pazzo, the place where Italian passion and the spirit of Tartu become one!
The study trail is well-suited for getting acquainted with the development and vegetation of bogs and for observing pine cultures. A 1.8 km long circular study trail revolves around the Valgesoo bog. On the she study trail you can explore the bog vegetation, old pine plantation ("Baron's pine forest"), and a forest edge rich of Scottish wood ants. The whole trail is accessible by a wheelchair or stroller. To facilitate movement on the track, there is a track map and colour markings on the trees. There is an observation tower and a campfire site at the start of the study trail.Valgesoo bog is one of the 21 places worth discovering in Southern Estonia, which is suggested to be visited for those who are interested in nature.
Lähte health track, located 15 km from Tartu, is open 24 h; tracks are lit until 10 pm.Lähte has tracks in various lengths that can be used for skiing, running, Nordic walking and bicycling. The longest track is 5 km long. Health track starts from the watch tower near Lähte sports hall.
Cruffin at Aparaaditehas is the place where it all began. It was our first bakery and remains the heart of the entire enterprise. Hidden in the creative quarter of Tartu's Aparaaditehas, Cruffin is a warm, bread-scented place where mornings start early, croissants rise slowly, and time passes at a slightly different speed. The counter always offers carefully prepared pastries: both classic buttery croissants and playful surprises, such as our famous cheesecake croissant. If you come at the right time, you might also grab warm sourdough bread straight from the oven. But Cruffin at Aparaaditehas is not only a favorite spot for bread fans. On weekends, a delicious brunch menu awaits, perfect for slow mornings with family or friends. Delightfully silky scrambled eggs, fluffy pancakes... and of course, at the heart of every dish is our homemade bread. Compared to our smaller location, Cruffin at Tartu's Town Hall Square, there is more space here, a calmer atmosphere, and the opportunity to truly relax. It's like a home café that keeps drawing people back.