Elva Sports Centre

The 2.2 km hiking trail in Kavadi runs along the banks of Lake Kavadi. The hiking trail begins and ends in New-Salus Park, which has a resting place, campfires with barbecue grilles and a campsite. The trail with the direction of travel winds both along the shore lane and under the forest. Lake Kavadi is considered the most articulated shore-lined lake in Estonia. The surface area of the lake is 27.4 ha. The current size and look have been acquired by the lake some 140 years ago when Baron C. FR. von Maydell, who bought the New-Salus mansion, swelled up three small swamp lakes.

Restaurant Lilli operates in a beautiful art nouveau house built in the 1930s. There is a 30-seat restaurant on the ground floor and a 20-seat restaurant. A 60-seat terrace is opened in the courtyard of the building in the summer season. There is a children’s playground on the terrace.The restaurant offers a varied à la carte menu, special offers on weekdays and group menus. See you at Lilli!

Savimäe Holiday House is located in Setomaa, near Rõsna Holiday Centre (6 km).The holiday house is on the shore of a private lake. In summer, you can fish, jump in the water, or sunbathe on the terrace of the house.On the island in the middle of the lake, you can enjoy a smoke sauna. The holiday house is especially suitable for families.No pets allowed in the house. We do not rent the house for just one night.

St John’s Church is an eye-catching building; its architect was Friedrich Siegel. There is an altar painting Christ on the Cross (A. Bauer, 1857) and a pseudo-Gothic altar, and two nationally protected wooden candlesticks (1810) and an armchair from the birch wood dating from the 18th century. On top of the spire there is a morning star. Interesting to know: St John’s Church in Kanepi was built in 1804-1810 to replace the old wooden church. In 1831 the church was set on fire by lightning. The church in Kanepi has been in its current state since the year 1877.

RemoteNow's eight cone-shaped cabins are located in the forests of Southern Estonia, near a bog lake, and are arranged to provide a pristine nature experience. Each cabin sits on a 2-3-meter layer of peat, creating a unique "floating" experience, and the cabins are connected by picturesque boardwalks. Studies show that spending time in nature encourages creativity, and providing this natural experience is one of our founding principles.We have done our best to ensure the cabins remain cozy and warm year-round. To further enhance the experience of moving in the bog, the toilet and shower are within walking distance in the sauna and café house. The café house is like a large, welcoming living room with a fully equipped kitchen, making it a pleasant place to socialize. Remote workers and teams are especially welcome to stay with us overnight. We offer a sauna experience, workshops, good food, private seminar rooms, and various packages. Bring your team away from the city's hustle and boost your creativity in the forests of Southern Estonia!

The canoe raft consists of three interconnected canoes, to which a platform for comfort has been added. One canoe raft comfortably accommodates 6–11 people, four or six of whom will have to paddle. In total, we have four canoe rafts. You can have a picnic, take photos, catch fish, sunbathe, etc. on the canoe raft. Small children, grandparents, and even smaller pets are also welcome on the canoe raft trip.About 20 sandstone outcrops are exposed on the Taevaskoja reservoir, which makes it one of the most unique and beautiful lakes in Estonia. Take a picnic basket and bring your friends to Taevaskoda!

In the summer of 2020, the Otepää Central Square and Flag Square dedicated to the Estonian tricolour got a new look. The Central Square is illustrated by Bruno Kadak's bronze sculpture – the fountain 'Fun Ott'.There is a well-known belief around the world that throwing a coin in a fountain brings happiness, but when coming to the Otepää fountain, you have to scratch the bear's rear paw.The Flag Square has one of the highest flagpoles in Estonia. Next to the Estonian flagstaff are pavilions and information stands telling the story of the flag. The community garden with a children's playground offers leisure opportunities for both adults and children.Come to Otepää!

Weightlifter Alfred Neuland (1895-1966) who was born in Valga is the first Estonian Olympic Champion. He returned with a gold medal from the Antwerp Olympic Games in 1920. He was also successful at the Paris Olympic Games where he won the silver medal.Interesting facts: * sculptor Mati Karmin is the author of the bronze bust; * Hermann Lerchenbaum, the first Estonian known to have taken part in Olympic Games as a member of the US Navy's rowing team at the 1896 Olympic Games in Athens, was also born in Valga.