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Tsõõrikmägi meteorite crater

Räpina vald, Põlva maakond, 64420

The Tsõõrikmägi hill got its name from the evenly round hollow with steep brinks in the middle of the hill.The Tsõõrikmägi meteorite crater near Räpina dates back to the period after the ice age. Scientists believe that it might be 9,500 to 10,000 years old. The circular dike of the crater is 38–40 meters in diameter.

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SUP board rental on the River Ahja

Rent your SUP board and enjoy the ride on the River Ahja, Emajõgi või nearby rivers and lakes. From our location, you can conveniently take the SUP board to Taevaskoda, nearby Lake Ahijärve as well as Võngjärve. Taevaskoda is just 20 minutes away from the rental spot, Ahijärv is 5 km and Võngjärv 10 km. You can use the SUP board also in the city of Tartu!The rental price includes safety equipment. Two sets are available. Price starting from 30 € / 24 h.Additional services on the River Ahja: speedboat, boat and floating sauna rental, wakeboarding and tubing.

Tamme-Lauri oak – Estonia’s largest oak tree

The Tamme-Lauri oak is Estonia's largest oak tree. It has a circumference of 8 m (measured at a height of 130 cm) and is approximately 800 years old. The trunk has been filled with reinforced concrete. The Tamme-Lauri oak was named after Laurits, the god of fire, who was said to live in the oak and bring misfortune, but also sometimes good to the surrounding farms. The farm located near the oak is also known as Tamme-Lauri. The Tamme-Lauri oak was featured on the back of the Estonian ten kroon banknote. Signs leading to the site of the oak tree are found along the Urvaste-Kanepi highway.

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Fairy Trail

The Fairy Trail, also known as the Vitipalu Adventure Trail, offers a fairytale experience for both children and adults. The trail takes you through the mushroom and berry forests of Elva, where Witch Island awaits, featuring the lovely "Little Witch" house, cool tree sculptures, and a low-adventure trail built in the middle of the forest, perfect for children and families to have a great time in nature. The 1.4 km long trail, part of which is accessible with a stroller, intersects with the Elva River's primeval valley hiking trail and introduces the diverse landscape of Elva. The trail starts and ends at the RMK Jõeharu picnic area and camping site, where several shelters with grills and campfire sites are available.

Roosisaare Bridge

Roosisaare (Rose island) Suspension Bridge is a footbridge that was built in 1998 at the end of the Tamula beach promenade. The bridge boasts a wonderful view of the City of Võru and Lake Tamula.Useful information: Roosisaare Bridge is 100 metres long.

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Alatskivi disc golf park

Disc golf is a sport that can simultaneously be a fun hobby, a pleasant pastime with friends, a health-promoting form of exercise, or even a serious top-level sport. In the beautiful, historical surroundings of Alatskivi Castle's park in Tartu County, a disc golf course with 10 baskets awaits you, with a total par of 30 and a course length of 1077 meters. The course offers challenges for both beginner players and more experienced enthusiasts, as it is designed to suit players of all ages and skill levels. The park's naturally inspiring atmosphere makes the experience even more special. The disc golf course is open to players around the clock, allowing you to come and play whenever it suits you. Discs can be borrowed free of charge from Alatskivi Castle's reception desk during the castle's opening hours, provided an identity document is presented. Grab the discs, invite your friends, and head to Alatskivi Castle Park. Enjoy a game, nature, and the unique atmosphere of the castle's garden!

Spring rafting on the Rivers of Võhandu and Piusa

Rafting trip takes place during spring freshet. On the trip, we'll be using simple new rafts - one for 7 and another for 9 people. The rafts are easy to steer and row. Correct technique is taught at the beginning of the trip. There is no fear of falling overboard and rafting through the rapids is as fun as jumping up and down on a water bed. Your guide is going to observe the trip from the river banks and will assist you if needed. If you wish, the guide can join you on the raft.Sights: mill dams, sandstone walls, river views, hidden caves, water animals and fowl; by the Puisa River, there are also the ruins of a castle.Size of the group: 6—25 people.Final price: based on agreement between you and the organizers.Additional info on Võhandu: MAP

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Tehvandi health trails

This 1.2 km long health track starts from Kunimäe plateau by the main building at Tehvandi Sports Centre, where there is a gymnastics set with three different attractions, and then winds its way around Kunimäe Hill. There are seven exercise sets along the track designed to develop different muscle groups and balance. The track is marked by green tape.

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Humala Kalabaas motor boat trip at Emajõe Suursoo to Praaga (Lake Peipsi)

Humala Kalabaas is a home business offering services related to fishing and operating on the banks of the Emajõgi River. In addition to the fishing spot with an accommodation on the banks of the Emajõgi River and boat rental with the possibility of overnight stay, we offer the opportunity to rent a motorboat Amur with a driver, so that you can see with your own eyes the largest swamp of Emajõe Suursoo in all its glory. It is wild, beautiful, rich in species, isolated, and majestic. We will sail 25km to Praaga swamp village and, if the weather permits, also a little on Lake Peipsi. Sunrise, daytime and sunset tours are all possible. 1 trip max 4 people and about 2.5 hours. We offer rain clothes for 4 people.

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