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Site of the Tamula Ancient Settlement on Roosisaare

Võru vald, Võru maakond, 65534

The horns of ancient cattle, animal bones and other objects found in the lake by Ida Kepnik and Richard Indreko indicated that a stone age settlement was once located here. In 1958, horns together with parts of the skull, ceramics and numerous other objects were found in the course of deepening the Võhandu River and bridge construction. In the summer of 1959, a joint expedition by the Institute of History and the Valga Interregional Local History Museum identified the exact location of the settlement. Using the radiometric dating method, it is estimated that the Tamula settlement is 4500 years old. The connection to Roosisaare peninsula was improved in 1998 when a new suspension bridge was opened for pedestrians. There is a great view of Lake Tamula and the town of Võru from the bridge. 

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  • Information boards
  • Free parking
  • Recreation area/picnic ground

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Vasekoja party house accommodation

In the former tavern building by the Piusa River, the Vasekoja Guesthouse on the second floor offers comfortable rooms (2 triple and 2 quadruple), shower rooms, and a relaxation and kitchen area with a refrigerator, microwave, and kettle. Outdoors, you can use the shelter and grill. For children, there is a playground with swings, a sandbox, a climbing track, and a volleyball court. You can take a trip on the Piusa primeval valley hiking trail and visit the sights of Võrumaa and Setomaa. The leisure center also has a holiday house with 10 sleeping places and party rooms accommodating 50 people. Good to know: We offer catering upon pre-order.

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Cruises on Lake Peipsi with the Mesi Tare pleasure boat

Mesi Tare homestay offers exciting boat trips on beautiful Lake Peipsi during the summer season. The ship called Mesiroos can accommodate up to 10 people to enjoy the enchanting beauty of Lake Peipsi! It is possible to order day cruises to Piirissaare in Lake Peipsi, fishing trips for team events, or round-trip transport for Mesi Tare guests from Varnja to a concert or a visit to a tourist attraction on the shores of Lake Peipsi. All trips according to your wishes! Give us an idea, and we'll figure out a way to do it! All your friends, family members, children, and pets are welcome on our ship!

  • Monuments

The steam engine monument

The year 1886 when the plan to build the Pihkva-Riga railway with a branch from Valga to Tartu became a crucial year in the development of the little town.The steam engine monument erected near the Valga railway station in 1998 celebrates the 110th anniversary of the Pihkva-Valga-Riga rail connection. Engine SU 251-98 was built in the Sormovo Shipyard in 1949. Interesting facts: * the engine weighs 87 tons and its output is 12 tons of steam per hour; * Riga-Pihkva railway was officially opened on 22 July 1889 in Pihkva.

Otepää Apartments

Otepää Apartments offers accommodation with all comforts in the heart of Otepää, facing the Otepää Town Hall on the Flag Square (Lipuväljak). We welcome families, enthusiasts of both active vacations and nature, and business tourists. All apartments have a separate entrance from the hallway, and the rooms have a WC/shower, a kitchenette, a TV, and Wi-Fi. There are eight guest apartments, seven of which have one room with two beds, and one apartment has two rooms with two beds, and the possibility to bring in two extra beds. Free parking in a parking lot next to the building. On the ground floor of the building, there is a hair salon and a pizza bar. It is also possible to rent a sauna with a fireplace room and a kitchen.

Tillu Cafe

Tillu Cafe is situated on the premises of a romantic farm shop on the outskirts of Põlva. It offers freshly baked pastries, buns and cakes, light meals, exciting salads and soups and a main of the day. The cafe is perfect for families with children, those looking for a hot lunch, people who love coffee and cake and for small groups. Catering services can also be ordered, either as food only or full service.

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Paju Battle Memorial

One of the most important battles of the War of Independence took place near the Paju Manor on 31 January 1919. The Northern Sons Regiment that consisted of Finnish volunteers also fought for the independence of Estonia over here. The most legendary commander in the War of Independence, Lieutenant Julius Kuperjanov, was fatally injured in the battle. The battle memorial is a granite pillar on a three-level pyramid, which was reopened on the 75th anniversary of the battle on 30 January 1994.Interesting facts: * the memorial was opened by President of the Republic of Estonia Lennart Meri; * a memorial tablet to the Northern Sons who fell in the battle can be found on the wall of the Valga Jaani (St John’s) Church.

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Haanjamehe farm hotel

Rest and celebration – you will find them at Haanjamehe farm! Located among the hills of Haanjamaa, Haanjamehe farm is the best place to celebrate the important events of your life. The farm features seven tastefully renovated farm buildings, a village swing, and opportunities for leisure activities. As additional activities, you can participate in various workshops in the forest, on the farmyard, or in the farm buildings, hike with a guide, or engage in teamwork training in collaboration with different partners. For families, there are comfortable family rooms, and children will enjoy the playground. The accommodation offers beautiful views of nature, the garden, and the surrounding landscape, ensuring privacy for a peaceful stay. If ancient Estonians had motels, the best ones would have been just like this. Good to know: well-behaved pets are also welcome.

Rannapuura Fish Shop

Kallaste, located in southern Estonia, has been a well-known fishing town for decades, and one of the largest fish farms on Estonia's largest lake, Lake Peipsi, is located here. Lake Peipsi is one of the most fish-rich lakes in Europe, and we sell and process fish caught directly from the lake. The shop has a large selection of smoked and frozen fish and fish products guaranteed to make your mouth water. The selection includes perch fillet slices in red marinade, hot-smoked bream in oil, and tšugudai made from raw cod fillet marinated in vinegar and onion. Rannapuura Fish Shop also offers fresh fish, depending on the season!

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