In Tartu County, near the Elva railway station, the Väike Väerada trail is one of the area's most popular hiking paths. It is special because of the wooden sculptures inspired by Estonian fairy tales and created by local artists. Small but mighty, Väerada has a healing effect on both the mind and body. The nature trail offers experiences for hikers of all ages and is suitable for exploration year-round. The attractive sculptures not only adorn the trail but also guide the correct path. The forest trail includes several resting spots and exciting attractions for children, making the journey even more enjoyable. The hiking trail ends at the Tartumaa Health Sports Center, where you can continue adventuring on other forest trails, play disc golf, or enjoy playground fun with children under the beautiful pines. Come take a walk in nature, discover fairy-tale sculptures, and let Elva Väerada offer you peace and experience in every season.
Tartu County Recreational Sports Centre is a holiday complex located 2 km from the city of Elva, in a beautiful natural pine forest. Here, you can play various ball games, try out shooting, and do other sports activities. There is a gym, bicycle rental, and forest hiking trails. The finish of the Tartu Marathon, as well as a climbing town and a playground for children are located in our yard.We have a socket for each caravan and we offer drinking water and the possibility to empty the toilet. The hotel reception is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and there is free Wi-Fi in the lobby bar.
At the Barge Center Theme Park, you can observe how a historical 24-meter-long two-masted Emajõe-Peipsi barge is built. You can also craft model barges, learn sailor skills, visit the forge, try old-time barge-related tasks, and explore the history of barge shipping. In the cinema area, you can watch films about barges and slide shows. We offer guided tours and workshops for groups upon prior reservation.Lodjakoja is a historical ship-building center, museum, theme park, and conference and exhibition venue. Viking and barge journeys begin here, and we have our own café and harbor. Explore an educational trail that introduces shipbuilding and forge work. Try out the sailing simulator that takes you on the water, and the test pool lets you try out your homemade model barge. Small visitors will be delighted by the play ship, sandbox-boat, and block corner, while older ones can puzzle over 3D puzzles. Everyone will enjoy the rope-pulling machine and old-time sports games. By visiting Lodjakoja, you help make history!
A comfortable guest apartment with a sauna, located in the centre of Põltsamaa. We offer accommodation for shorter and longer periods.The guest apartment has a living room, a kitchen, a spacious bedroom with a double bed, a small bedroom with two single beds, and a bathroom (sauna, shower, and toilet). The fully equipped kitchen includes kitchenware and equipment. In the immediate vicinity of the apartment, there are several eateries and shops. Additionally, the apartment is close to the Põltsamaa Castle, Roosisaar (Rose Island), a culture centre, and other interesting sights.
Taagepera Castle is a special place – it is a mixture of elegant and rustic milieus, history, and the present. Baron Hugo von Stryk had the impressive art nouveau castle built as a home for himself more than a hundred years ago. The renewed castle complex is a unique conservation area with an art nouveau castle, an à la carte restaurant, a luxorious castle spa, a hotel in the style of the 1930s, and sports and leisure facilities. Come alone or bring your family and enjoy the milieu, peace, silence, massages, à la carte restaurant, a sauna, healing fresh air, and endless experiences that will guarantee that you will leave with a restored peace of mind.
Those who fought and were killed in the Estonian War of Independence are buried here. The War of Independence started in November 1918 when Soviet Russia invaded the Republic of Estonia and ended on 2 February 1920 with the signing of the Tartu Peace Treaty. The monument was destroyed during the Soviet occupation. In 1987 the society Vaba Sõltumatu Noorte Kolonn Nr 1 (Free Independent Youth Fleet No. 1) started to clean up the graves of those who were killed in the War of Independence and the monument was reopened on 23 June 1988. In 2002 the city government of Võru started to renovate the burial ground. The monument erected by the Youth Fleet was torn down, but the slab and cross made by the fleet were used on the new monument.
Freinholdi Maja guest apartments are located in the heart of Võru's old town, on F. R. Kreutzwaldi Street, within walking distance of Lake Tamula, the cultural center, and the city's main attractions. The fully reconstructed historic building has retained its authenticity and dignity while offering modern comfort and a cozy atmosphere. The former police station, which already operated as a guesthouse in 1913, now houses stylish and bright guest apartments. The apartments are equipped with everything needed for both short-term and long-term stays – fully equipped kitchens, washing machines, comfortable bed arrangements, and modern heating, cooling, and ventilation systems. Three of the apartments also have a private sauna, offering pleasant relaxation after a day of exploring the city. Freinholdi Maja combines the tranquility of a small town, the dignified aura of history, and modern conveniences – an ideal place to stay for both leisure and business trips.
The museum is located at the historical Ülenurme Manor and introduces the development of the Estonian agriculture and rural life.In addition to exhibitions, museum visitors can participate in museum classes meant for children and adults, participate in master classes or cooking workshops, enjoy the nice surroundings and meet farm animals. The museum ponies take children for a ride. There are several traditional, but also innovative family events at the museum.It is possible to rent the museum's rooms and territory for events.