Forest megaphones in Võru County

The guesthouse on the second floor of Mooste Distillery offers cosy rooms with all of the mod cons. The rooms are named after master distillers who worked at the factory. There are six rooms in the guesthouse and one mini-suite.The renovated historic distillery at Mooste Manor (1909) is home to the Estonian Photo Tourism Centre, which offers the use of a photo studio, photography courses and natures tours with a photographer. The distillery has a number of rooms that can be used for conferences, training courses, wedding and other events. Sauna and jacuzzi facilities are also available.

Kimalase Metsamajas is fresh forest air, birdsong, and seclusion from the big world on the edge of Estonia. The cottage and sauna are located by the largest lake in Haanjamaa - Lake Hino - in a grove. The cozy log cabin in the Misso area offers a private retreat for a family or a smaller group. On-site amenities include a kitchenette, fireplace, terrace, and barbecue facilities. The sauna is available for an additional fee, and after a steam, you can head straight into the water from the lakeside. At Lake Hino, you can go boating, fishing, or enjoy a summer swim. The hiking trails around the lake provide good opportunities for peaceful walks and listening to birdsong. The lake's seven small islands are a sight to behold. The cottage is especially valued for its peace and quiet – there are no neighbors, city noise, or traffic to disturb you here. The natural surroundings and views of the largest lake in Haanjamaa create a special atmosphere where you can relax both body and mind.

Plan a holiday to South Estonia, in the embrace of Valgamaa's forests at Salu Hunting House! If you are seeking peace, quiet, and quality time in good company, then Salu Hunting House awaits you right on the edge of the Soontaga nature reserve. It is an ideal place for smaller corporate events, birthdays, or simply a pleasant vacation with family and friends. The cozy hunting lodge accommodates up to 12 people. On the first floor, there is a spacious kitchen-dining room equipped with all necessary appliances, a fireplace, a TV, and a comfortable corner sofa. There is also a sauna, a toilet, and a vestibule with a washing machine. The second floor has 6 bedrooms and a large terrace. The rooms offer all comforts, from bed linens to mirrors. Outside, you can grill, smoke fish, or make a fire in the fire pit. For an additional fee, you can enjoy a smoke sauna, hot tub, or the raft sauna "Britannia." Active visitors can go canoeing on the Väike-Emajõgi River, and the surrounding forests invite you to pick mushrooms and berries. Come for a weekend or relax on a weekday – Salu Hunting House is always ready to welcome you!

Come to Southern Estonia to Taevaskoda and experience a winter night by taking illuminated kicksleds along snowy trails! The guided, illuminated trip to Taevaskoda is an unforgettable journey to Põlvamaa, into the snowy Ahja River Valley – home to winter light, silence, and legends. It is a peaceful winter experience, using illuminated kicksleds to travel along snowy forest trails. The kicksled trip lasts approximately 2.5 hours, is suitable for beginners, and takes place at a gentle pace with breaks. This is a great choice if you are looking for something special for a family trip, a group of friends, a company outing, or a birthday. The trip can be enriched with a campfire meal at Maitsemaa Metsarestoran. What is an illuminated kicksled? The illuminated kicksled, developed by Matkajuht, features LED lights that shine in four directions and a comfortable seat. It is not an ordinary sled with a bicycle light or headlamp. It has been specially designed for travel in the dark, so that the light shines discreetly, softly, and diffusely, without dazzling.

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.

Experience a magical evening under lantern light as a friendly sled dog walks by your side! The walk takes you to the snowy forest trails of Tartu County, where the guide shares fascinating knowledge about the native nature and tells stories related to the forest. Together with the dogs and lanterns, it creates a fairy-tale feeling, as if stepping into a timeless winter evening. In the middle of the hike, a campfire spot awaits, where a fire is lit to create a cozy atmosphere. You can enjoy campfire stories, drink warm tea, grill sausages and marshmallows, and feel how the silence and darkness of the winter evening become cozy thanks to the firelight and company. This is the perfect opportunity to spend time with friends, colleagues, or family. The hike is suitable for participants of all ages – especially children, who delight in the company of dogs and the charm of the forest. The evening walk is a great way to take a break, breathe in the crisp forest air, and experience a genuine Nordic adventure. Come and create unforgettable memories in the company of sled dogs – it is an experience that warms the heart even on the coldest winter evening.

The Cornflower (or Broken Cornflower) memorial to the victims of Stalinism was established in 1990 and its author is P. Saar.On top of the granite boulders is a broken cornflower (Estonian national flower). Black stripes run through the grey stone parquet of the square. They depict the railway tracks that symbolise deportation to Siberia. The waterworks of the monument make it possible for water to drip off the petals of the cornflower, like tears.The monument, which was initially erected on the corner of Riia and Pepleri streets in Tartu by the association of freedom fighters Memento, was reopened in its new spot at Pepleri 27. The monument is located next to the grey building. During the Soviet era, a KGB remand prison was located there, where the deportation of many Estonians to Siberia began.

Kaasiku Holiday House is located in Kambja rural municipality, near the Pangodi Nature Reserve, a 15-minute drive from Otepää and Elva.The modern holiday house has everything you might need for a cosy stay: a fully equipped kitchen, four bedrooms (for a total of 10 people), a Finnish sauna and a steam sauna, and a heated pool.It is the perfect place for families looking for peace and quiet, as well as for groups of friends who seek to spend an active holiday.The holiday house is rented out as a complex and for a minimum of two nights.