More than 30 friendly sled dogs live at the Sled Dog Training Center, and they are eager for your visit! The Sled Dog Training Center in Tartu County offers a unique opportunity to learn about the lives and daily activities of sled dogs. During the visit, you can get to know the dogs better by petting them, exploring their personalities, and observing them in their enclosures. You will also learn about dogsledding equipment necessary and hear about how they are trained and cared for. The guide will answer your questions and tell you fascinating stories about the world of dogsledding. It is an educational and immersive experience that is interesting for families, groups of friends, and solo travelers alike. We also organize various programs and study days to provide a more comprehensive overview of dogsledding and the dogs' deep connection with nature.
Rivaal Cafe is in the centre of Põltsamaa, on the shores of the river and with views to Roosisaar Island. It has its own fireplace, as well as a private room catering for groups of up to 40 people.
On the banks of Tartu's Emajõgi River lies the legendary mojito bar Little Cuba, bringing a touch of Caribbean atmosphere to the middle of the Nordic summer. It is not just a bar, but a place to experience colorful ambiance, live music, and exotic flavors. The menu features both American and Cuban street food, along with a wide selection of refreshing mojitos. In addition to the classic mojito, special flavors like mango-chili and watermelon mojito are offered, providing surprising and memorable taste combinations. All drinks are made on-site by skilled bartenders who infuse each cocktail with their personality. As an outdoor bar, Little Cuba offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy summer right by the river. Sunsets, friendly company, and views of the city create a relaxing yet lively environment. On weekends, the air is filled with rhythms selected by DJs, momentarily transporting visitors into the heart of Cuba. ¡Hasta luego!
Kevvai tourism farm has been opened since December 2005 upon its renovation. The tourism farm is located at Lake Jõksi, the area of which is 69 hectares, surrounded by picturesque and diverse wildlife. The advantages of the tourism farm are its privacy and cosiness as well as its excellent opportunities for doing sports and spending time with family and friends all year round.
A hike about a kilometre long with a guide and lanterns on the territory of Kalevipoeg's Home. We will visit the local history exhibition in ancient buildings and the playground, pass through a pine forest and the adventure park. We will drink tea that has been boiled on a campfire.Suitable for groups of different ages - kindergarten children, school groups, groups of coworkers, families, friend groups, etc. Catering can also be arranged and rooms can be rented in the community centre or museum. The lantern tour can be a part of your visit or a special occasion for a visit.Addditionally, you can visit the Kalevipoeg Museum and go sledding, ice skating and tubing in winter when there's snow.
The tavern, which was built in true Hanseatic style, offers Estonian cuisine. In addition to different meat dishes, a large selection of different fish (eel, perch, flounder, herring, and pikeperch) is also offered. The menu also includes Estonian forest products such as chanterelles and cowberries. For dessert, you can enjoy our nostalgic snowball soup and sour milk pancakes.Here, you can host receptions, lunches, and dinners for groups.During summers, you can have a good time and enjoy delicious meals in the Hansa Hoov courtyard which has a fountain; various concerts and theatre productions are staged here.
The Rebasmäe spring (also known as Ilumetsa spring) is the largest floodwater spring in Võru County. You can take a boardwalk to the spring, but before you get on the trail, you have to descend into a shallow valley on the long staircase and cross the bridge over the Rebasmäe stream. The trail ends at the spring. The spring water is very clean but contains iron compounds, giving it a distinctive taste and reddish color. It's definitely worth tasting the water. The approximately meter-deep surface of the spring is crystal clear like a mirror, where you can see the bubbling water flow. The spring is surrounded by ancient forest, which has been under nature protection since 1981. Silence, birdsong, and the sound of water create a mysterious atmosphere, enhanced by lush mosses and forest plants giving it a jungle-like appearance. Near the spring on the stream's bank is the RMK Rebasmäe forest hut, where you can rest, make a campfire, or, if desired, camp and stay overnight. Good to know: in summer, the spring releases about 30 liters of water per seco
The monument to Friedrich Reinhold Kreutzwald (1803-1882), founder of the Estonian national literature, was built in 1952. The authors of the monument were sculptors Johannes Hirv and Martin Saks, and architects Heiki Karro, Ants Mellik, and Mart Port.