HollyFood is a cosy and unique place to eat on the Tallinna–Tartu highway, under the Estonian Hollywood Hill. Our menu has something for everyone. HollyFood is a fun place to stay for young guests as well – we have a children's menu, a children's corner, and a baby changing mat. The extensive menu includes nutritious roasts (including daily specials), healthy salads, craft burgers, and vegetarian dishes. All dishes are freshly prepared on site. We cook grilled dishes on the Big Green Egg charcoal grill. HollyFood also offers a catering service for events and you can also order take-away.
Rõuge Kunstikuur is a unique place that sells a wide range of local handicrafts that artists have put their hearts and souls into. Everyone will find something that interests them here. In addition to selling products, it also organises exciting workshops, exhibitions, and courses for children in the summer.But seeing is believing – come and see for yourself!
Kalevipoeg is the Estonian national epic about the adventures of the hero called Kalevipoeg.In 1950, the memorial Kalevipoeg, which was dedicated to the soldiers who lost their lives in the War of Independence, was taken down by the occupying power. The monument was built by Amandus Adamson. In 1952, the monument to Kreutzwald, the Father of Song, was erected at the same location. Discussions over restoring the memorial Kalevipoeg were held since 1988, but in 2002, when the exhibition ‘Kalevipoeg in Sculpture’ took place, the restoration proptly started. Sculptor Ekke Väli modelled the momorial on the basis of photos, and he was consulted by Endel Taniloo, a senior sculptor, during the restoration of Kalevipoeg.
Küljemäe Holiday House offers comfortable accommodation in a beautiful location in Nüpli village, which is 1.5 km from Otepää. The holiday house is private, surrounded by forests, and near two sandy beaches with crystal-clear water: Nüpli (300 m) and Pühajärv (1,200 m). The Tartu Marathon track and a scooter trail pass the holiday house. Otepää withj shops, restaurants, Tehvandi sport centre etc.) is just 2 km from here. We offer accommodation in apartments for 2–5 people with two bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony. We also have a large terrace and a room for seminars.It is possible to rent the entire holiday house with seven bedrooms, the fireplace room, and the sauna.
At the Liiv Museum, visitors can experience the environment that 19th-century Estonian peasants lived in. The guided tour gives an overview of the three cultures characteristic of the region. Two main elements are combined - the life of an Estonian peasant and the life and work of Juhan Liiv in the context of Estonian culture.The main farm buildings, objects, and their functions are all introduced.In seeing the life of the peasants, it becomes clear under what conditions Juhan Liiv grew up. Studying the life of the writer and poet gives the visitors ideas about very different parts of his life.It is possible to vary the topics based on the interests of the group visiting.
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.
Kuningatalu Holiday House is located on the right-hand shore of Lake Tamula, when viewed from the Kreutzwald Park, and it is possible to access the Holiday House on foot by crossing the longest suspension bridge in Estonia. Kuningatalu Holiday House on Roosisaar (Rose Island) is the best place for active family holiday: there are playgrounds and attractions for children, sports fields and tennis courts for parents, saunas and grill houses and Lake Tamula for swimming there, plus also boat and canoe rides. Kuningatalu Holiday House is characterised by the quiet of the countryside, but if you wish to enjoy the noise of a small city, you will find it just 500 m away on foot.
Internationally renowned wildlife photographers, led by Phil Gould, have created a first-class luxury hide in South Estonia, allowing you to capture stunning nature images comfortably. Built in the middle of the Estonian wilderness, the hide has also been described as one of the best wildlife photography and observation facilities in Europe! Here, you can experience Estonia's changing seasons, diverse bird and animal species, and ever-changing views throughout the year. The hide has space for up to 24 photographers, a meeting room with WiFi, and a kitchenette. Don't forget to bring comfortable slippers when you come to the hide!