Tehvandi Cycling and Hiking Track

The diversity of sports facilities and beautiful nature bring active people to Kääriku throughout the year.Kääriku Sports Centre was established in 1947 as a study and training centre of the Department of Physical Education and Sport of the University of Tartu. Today, the modern sports centre has a ball hall, tennis and beach volleyball courts, athletics and football stadium, and ski and hiking trails. There is an outdoor swimming pool, the Kekkonen sauna and Green sauna, a sandy beach, and a children's playground by Lake Kääriku. We also offer accommodation, catering, and conference rooms all year round.

Riding a scooter is fun, easy, and exciting. Use one foot to add speed and the second to keep your balance – easy!With the help of the hike guide, you will get to know the details of the local nature and the history of Lake Pühajärv and Otepää. Scooters are great for going to places you would usually not visit on foot.You can choose between a fast and fun scooter ride or an educational scooter hike.Come with your whole family, friends, or colleagues.You are all welcome!

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.

We organize fatbike hikes in Taevaskoda year-round. From spring to autumn, we ride along forest trails on the banks of the ancient valley of the Ahja River. In winter, we also stop by the ice of Lake Taevaskoda. The most famous places on the route are Suur- and Väike Taevaskoda, Neitsikoobas Cave, and the Kiidjärve water mill and manor park. The tour runs most of the time along beautiful forest trails in the varied landscape of South Estonia. The tour is suitable for anyone who is at least 150 cm tall. The pace is calm, and we take breaks to catch our breath and chat every 15-20 minutes. We talk about nature and local attractions. Taevaskoda has a rich history and cultural heritage; it contains sacred places and springs important to ancient Estonians. This area is known for its sandstone outcrops and magical forest trails. We use regular fatbikes and electric fatbikes (e-fatbikes) for riding. You can find clothing recommendations and information about the equipment you need for the tour on our website. If you wish, you can also order meals.

Electrical bicycles have an engine which helps riding on climbs and soft ground easier. The tour with our high-quality electrical bicycles is exclusive and something you will remember for a long time. We organise the tours all year round (also in winter) in small groups. A personal guide will guide your family, colleagues, or friends. Riding an electrical bicycle is completely different from riding a traditional bicycle. We have dozens of challenging routes that are worth discovering across Estonia. Contact us and let us find the one for you. The price includes: bicycles, a Cube helmet, and a guide.

The Pühajärve electric bike tour takes you to one of South Estonia's most beautiful lake trails, where every turn reveals a new view of the picturesque shoreline, lake islands, and the rolling landscape of the Otepää highlands. As the largest lake in the area, Pühajärv is perfect for discovering nature, learning about history, and peaceful exploration. Riding an e-bike lets you enjoy the journey at a pleasant pace, with the motor assisting on climbs, giving you time to truly notice your surroundings. During the tour, you will visit Pühajärve Beach, the manor park, the War Oak, the love spring, and ancient forests, as well as enchanting lake-view trails. If desired, you can order a private tour for your group at a time that suits you – it's an ideal experience for friends, family, or as a change for team seminars or summer days. The experience can be enhanced by a delicious soup and a relaxing sauna after an active day. Come enjoy the special beauty of Pühajärve and move in nature in a way that truly feels pleasant!

Karula cycling trail offers you the opportunity to go for a ride in beautiful nature. The 50 km track runs over the hilly landscape of Karula and covers several exciting forest paths. The start of the trail is at the foot of Tellingumäe at the Cycling Trail campfire site (Rattaradade lõkkekoht) and the trail partially overlaps the Taheva cycling trail. The trail also passes the Oore camping area, where there are forest huts for hikers. There is room for 40 tents.

A hike that combines physical activity, fresh air, and a sense of history!Come alone, bring a friend or all of them, and enjoy a scooter hike in the magnificent atmosphere of Setomaa in the landscapes and villages near Lake Lämmijärv. We will ride along the old lake bed, through pine forests, pass ancient settlements and burial mounds, until we reach a traditional well-preserved Seto residence.The hike starts and ends at the parking lot of the Mäe Nature House of the State Forest Management Centre. Min. group 10 people or minimum group fee 200 €