Rõuge hill fort and prehistoric settlement

On the quiet Veski Street, on the hillside of Toomemäe, anyone who has a sweet tooth, should pop by the Cake Shop Mandel, where the counter covered with delicious cakes is set in a cosy atmosphere and each piece of furniture and dish has a story to tell.Here, at the cosy cake shop Mandel, mouth-watering pastries are made from the produce of local small farms. In our delicacies, we use unrefined sugars and there are no additives in the cakes of Mandel. Our cosy cafe is waiting for you with delicious coffee and cakes. It is also possible to buy or order our pastries to go. We also make delicious savory and sweet pastries for your party table.

Aino Tamberg's Art Shop sells the work of artists and craftsmen from Võru County — paintings, post cards, pottery.

Come and discover the Emajõgi River, Lake Peipsi, or Lake Võrtsjärv aboard the Diora. You can take in views of Tartu, the Old Believers' village on Piirisaar, or Võrtsjärv's enchanting nature. The boat features a lounge-style salon, a second-floor terrace, and cozy interiors, which are also pleasant in cooler weather. Do you want a romantic dinner on Võrtsjärv or an exciting hike on Piirissaar? The Diora is a private charter boat, and its cruise program is tailored to your specific wishes. The Diora can also do more adventurous trips, such as excursions to Piirissaar, sunset cruises to Praaga, and trips to Kabina Quarry.

Living up to its name, Rahwa Resto (People's Restaurant) is meant for everyone.We welcome everyone – from morning coffee lovers to those looking for a hearty lunch. Actually, we consider lunch the most important meal of the day. You can also combine your own plat du jour. We have not forgotten about soup lovers, either – we serve something delicious to them every day as well.The menu is extensive so anyone can find their favourite. You can choose between various appetizers, salads, soups, entrees and desserts.See you at Rahwa Resto!Home delivery available!

When walking around the Räpina School of Horticulture, you will find an exciting planting area for perennials, and you can enjoy various summer and perennial flowers in the collection garden. In the collection garden, you can admire 50 different varieties of park roses by Rein Joost, lilies of Mart Heering, about 30 varieties of lilacs by Adolf Vaigla, and 20 varieties of vines by Jaan Kivistik.There are more than 600 different species of trees and shrubs throughout the park and the school (dendrological plant material), with herbaceous plants that include perennials, roses, lianas, natural herbaceous plants, and summer plants – a total of almost 1,200 plants.It is possible to book excursions both in the park and in the collection garden.

The Kaljupealse campfire site is located on the banks of the Võhandu River, in a beautiful pine forest. The riverside and high banks offer a beautiful view of the Võhandu River and sand outcrops. The campfire site has a roofed table and benches, a roofed grill, and firewood. The place is ideal for campers, fishing enthusiasts, and as a resting point for guests coming here with boats.Along the high sandy shores, through a beautiful pine forest, there is an unmarked hiking trail where you can enjoy beautiful views of nature or pick berries and mushrooms.

The 2 km long hiking trail of Lõunalaager is established on the former grounds of the Estonian Defence Forces' Lõunalaager. In 1920, an impressive military complex was built here, where infantrymen practiced during the summer. Although nothing remains of the buildings, the shimmering reservoir among the trees, the old bridge, several foundation stones, and trenches speak of the realities of that time. Information boards provide additional reading about the past. It's an experience to perceive how quickly nature hides everything once made by humans. The Lõunalaager hiking trail offers a unique opportunity to combine a light nature walk with the heritage of Estonia's military history. The natural course of the trail around the reservoir and over the old bridge creates a peaceful, almost meditative atmosphere. The RMK campfire site allows for a rest break and, if necessary, camping. The trail is marked, and information boards help understand the area's significance in the history of the Estonian Defence Forces. Crossing with the shooting range cycling trail offers an additional opportunity for longer movement – thus, a more sporty day loop can be initiated from Lõunalaager.

The length and terrain of the trail make it suitable for moderate training or leisurely enjoying the nature. The trail with its ups and downs runs along winding forest paths and straight forest rides, passing through different forest communities.The trail is 30 km long. It starts and ends at the Kukemetsa forest hut. The trail is marked with signs and runs along forest roads to the north.The best recreation sites along the trail are the forests, Selgise hills, Kukemetsa forest hut, which is approximately 500 m off the trail, and Kärgandi campfire site. The trail was built by the State Forest Management Centre.