Hiking Trails

The best way to explore Lahemaa’s nature is to set aside enough time, pack comfortable hiking gear, and embark on discovering the local hiking and nature trails. Lahemaa’s trails vary in difficulty and character – from one-to-two-hour bog loops and the 45 km Oandu-Ikla hiking trail to a rocky kilometer leading to Purekkari Cape, the northernmost tip of mainland Estonia. The forests of Käsmu peninsula invite exploration both on foot and by bike. Lahemaa is also traversed by the E11 long-distance hiking trail, whose Baltic section is known as the Forest Hiking Trail, and which begins in the city of Scheveningen in the Netherlands and ends in Tallinn.

For Lahemaa’s hiking trails, we recommend bringing a guide, whom you can find here.

When venturing into nature, always ensure that your impact on the environment is limited to your presence. Sort any packaging and used napkins according to waste management rules. Keep the hiking trails in Lahemaa clean!

Lahemaa National Park Nature Trails:

Majakivi Hiking Trail
Author: Margus Kontus

Altja Nature and Cultural History Trail | 4.2 km
Beaver Trail | 1 km
Käsmu Nature and Cultural History Trail | 4.2 km
Majakivi-Pikanõmme Nature Trail | 7 km
Oandu Old-Growth Forest Trail | 4.7 km
Oandu Heritage Culture Trail | 3.4 km
Oandu Herbalist’s Trail | 1 km
Ojaäärse Forest Trail | 3.5 km
Sagadi-Oandu Forest Tales Trail | 5.6 km
Tsitre Trees Trail | 1 km
Viru Bog Nature Trail | 3.5 km
Hara Bay Coastal Nature Trail
Mohni Nature and Hiking Trail
Mähu Tip and Purekkari Cape Birdwatching Trails
Pähkneeme Dune Pine Forest and Seashore Trail
Võsu Local History Trails

Lahemaa National Park Hiking Trails:
Käsmu Cycling Trail | 11.6 km
Käsmu Hiking Trail | 15 km
Oandu-Võsu Hiking Trail | 9.5 km

Viewing Platforms:
Majakivi-Pikanõmme Nature Trail
Viru Bog

Birdwatching Towers:
Vihasoo Birdwatching Tower
Viinistu Birdwatching Towers

Jalgrattamatkad ning jalgrattarent Eestis

Pakume jalgrattamatku erinevates Eesti looduskaunites piirkondades, nagu Rebala muinsuskaitseala, Lahemaa või muud huvitavad sihtkohad üle Eesti.

Koostame matkade kava vastavalt teie soovidele, pakkudes sobiva pikkuse ja kestusega retki. Rendime jalgrattaid ja toome need sobivasse kohta, näiteks ühistranspordipeatusesse.

Lisaks rendihinnale lisandub transpordikulu vastavalt läbitud kilomeetritele või jalgrattaretke juhendaja tasu. Loodus, vabadus ja tervislik liikumine – tulge meiega rattamatkale!

Exploring Pedassaare cape by foot
We will explore the unique windy natural landscapes of Pedassaare cape that are under constant attack from storms, as well as waves.

In Pedassaare, we can see the oldest and thickest coastal pines in Estonia, firs that crawl along the ground, rubble barrier, and a lot more interesting. Our trip takes us past Soviet border defence facilities, which merge with the surroundings without ruining the integrity of this special place.

If possible, we will visit Kaarli farm museum with a genuine coastal farm and old tools, collected over the years, that are kept in its barn.

From April 1st to July 15th it is forbidden to visit Älvi island!
Hiking trip ‘Käsmu – familiar, and yet unfamiliar’
Käsmu peninsula has a rich cultural and natural heritage; here, you can go on shorter and longer hikes.

Who would not know the white houses of the famous ‘Captains’ Village’ and its naval school with a dignified history? Lucky boulders and a statue called Signe that kneels in the graveyard, as well as military heritage from the Soviet times are obligatory sights to visit.

Käsmu peninsula is also a gigantic natural Ice Age park with a unique boulder field and romantic rocks left behind by glacial drift. Lake Käsmu and Eru Bay are places that are unfortunately rarely visited; here, the peninsula that otherwise has a low rocky coastline throws in a surprise sandy beach and high embankment.
Jalgsimatkad koos retkejuhiga Lahemaa Rahvuspargis

Korraldame erineva raskusastme ja suunitlusega jalgsimatku Lahemaa rahvuspargis, mõnekilomeetristest loodusvaatlusretkedest sportlike jalgsimatkadeni maratonidistantsil. Matkamarsruudid kulgevad väikestel metsaradadel, piki kõrgeid jõekaldaid, jugadel ja joastikel, maaliliste orgude vahel, väikestel külateedel. Mitmekesise profiiliga radadel kohalike retkejuhtide juhatamisel matkates saab näha lummavaid vaateid, kuulda kohalugusid, uudistada põnevat minevikupärandit ja võluvat tänapäeva.

Lisatasu eest võimalik tellida toitlustus, transport matkale ja tagasi ning muid lisateenuseid.

Hike from Vainupea to Altja

The hike starts in Vainupea, which was a popular summer resort as early as during the tsarist era, by the romantic Vainupea Chapel located right next to the sea. We will walk along the coast right on the beach and have a small break with a picnic in Mustoja (bring your own sandwiches). We will cross the suspension bridge in Mustoja and continue with our hike.

The hike ends in the coastal village of Altja, which has a colourful history and has been restored to its former glory by the Lahemaa National Park. Altja is also known for its boathouses and tavern, which offers traditional meals of Estonian coastal people. There is also a village swing and a bonfire site for celebrating St John’s Day.

Larger groups (more than 20 people) will have two guides.

Jäneda Kalijärv

Kalijärv asub Lääne-Virumaal, Tapa vallas, Jäneda külas. Järve pindala on 4,1 ha, keskmine sügavus 4,9 m, suurim sügavus 9 m. Järve kirde- ja idakallas on kõrge ja metsane vallseljak, mujal on kaldad madalad. Põhjakaldale on rajatud supluskoht. Lõunast voolab järve külmaveeline kraav, väljavool on põhjaotsast Jänijõkke. Järve taimestik on vähene. Järv on lisatud Terviseameti avalike supluskohtade nimistusse.

Huvitav teada:
Jäneda Linnamäe
külje all asuva kauni järve ääres on kunagi oma suvepuhkuseid veetnud inglise kirjanik George Herbert Wells.

Järvesoo ja Savalduma soo räätsamatk loodusest hoolijatele

Räätsamatka käigus tutvutakse soo arengujärkudega ning õpitakse tundma rabaelustikku, rabas elavate liikide omavahelisi suhteid ja seoseid elukeskkonnaga.

 

Koge looduse imelisi salapära Järvesoodis ja Savalduma soos!  Uurime, kuidas sood toetavad piirkonna ainulaadset ökoloogiat ning vaatleme, kuidas “kurisuid” neelavad soo vett. Puhkehetkel keedame soojendavat teed rabaveest ja looduslikest taimedest. Matka kestus on 3-4 tundi, läbides 5-7 km. Oleme liitunud “Räätsaturismi hea tavaga”, seetõttu räätsamatkud ei toimu ajavahemikus 23. aprill – 24. juuni.

Lake Pikkjärv and camping area

Järvi Pikkjärv, located in the Põhja-Kõrvemaa Nature Reserve, is a 5.2 ha natural lake surrounded by a mixed pine-spruce forest. The shore at the northeastern end of the lake is sandy and suitable for swimming. Depending on the season, blueberries, lingonberries and mushrooms can be found in the surrounding forest.

The camping area is located in the forest under the spruce trees in the northeastern corner of the lake. The 27 km-long Järvi-Aegviidu hiking trail also starts from the Järvi Pikkjärv camping area. The area has several campfire sites with grills and covered shelters with benches and tables.

Come and enjoy your vacation in the middle of nature!

Järvi-Aegviidu hiking trail

The 27 km-long Järvi-Aegviidu hiking trail showcases the beauty and charm of Kõrvemaa’s nature. The trail is open all year round and is accessible from the Aegviidu Visitor Center.

The hiking trail has boardwalks for 3 km and partially overlaps with the Paukjärve and Jussi nature trails. The 2-3 day journey includes several camping areas, campfire sites, bogs, and lakes where you can swim. The trail is marked with red dots on the trees.

If you are looking for a peaceful and scenic place to hike, camp, or enjoy nature, the Järvi-Aegviidu hiking trail is a great choice!

Jõulumatk ja -meeleolu metsas loodusgiidiga

Tule advendiajal pere, sõprade või töökaaslastega loodusesse, et üheskoos loodusgiidiga jõulupuud otsida ja talvist metsa nautida! Matk algab Puhta vee teemapargist või Ubari Loodustarkuse Keskusest, kus saab enne ja pärast retke püstkojas lõkke ääres istuda ning teed juua.

Matka käigus liigutakse riigimetsas, otsitakse sobivat jõulupuud ning viiakse loomadele toitu. Lisaks õpitakse kasulikke oskusi, nagu tikuta tule süütamine, onni ehitamine ja lõkkel toidu valmistamine. Programm sobib nii täiskasvanutele kui ka lastele ka koos lemmikloomaga (koerad rihma otsas).

Soovijatele ka jõuluvana!

Juminda Cape and camping area

The tip of Juminda Peninsula, or Juminda Cape, located in Lahemaa National Park, is interesting because the tip of the cape continues under the sea. The cape continues with a “chain” of large rocks, which actually move in the event of a large wave. It does not get very deep. A wonderful beach awaits you at the end of the peninsula.

You can also see a memorial erected at the tip of the cape to the ships and people who died in the Battle of Juminda in World War II. The memorial is built with empty mines.

Right at the tip of the cape is the Juminda camping area, which has campfire sites. Nearby is Juminda Lighthouse and a hiking trail.

Kadrina terviserada ja jõulinnak

1,7 km ja 1 km pikkustel terviseradadel on võimalus tegeleda tervisejooksuga, kõndida ja kepikõndi teha, harrastada matkasporti. Talvel on siia oodatud suusatajad. Rada on valgustatud, väikeste tõusudega, suhteliselt sile. Rada algab ja lõpeb samas punktis.

Talvisel perioodil saavad suusatajad kasutada korralikku klassika- ja vabatehnikarada, kus kõrguste vahe on 6 m. Lapsi ootab kelgumägi, kus liugu lasta. 

Terviserajal on ka jõulinnak, kus saab teha välijõusaali trenni ja tegeleda harrastusvõimlemisega. Olemas on varbsein, ronimissein ja muu vajalik.

Lähedalasuvas parklas on 10 parkimiskohta.

Kanuu.ee forest camp for you and your friends on the lakes of Järvi in Kõrvemaa

Have you spent a night in the forest, in the middle of trees?
Listened to the sounds of the nocturnal forest – who are those animals?
Sat around the campfire, listening to stories of your friends?

This is a forest camp with a refreshing sauna and it offers an unforgettable experience regardless of the season. The camp is organised in different military tents which can be heated with wood. In the winter, you can go skating or swimming in an ice hole. Each season, however, is perfect for hiking in the Kõnnu Swamp.
It is possible to additionally order a ZIL safari and a snowshoes hike!

The price includes tents, a sauna bus, lighting, firewood, a generator, beds and mattresses, heating at night, and, if possible, an ice hole.

Kayak trip "Jungle of Valgejõe"
Do you enjoy new experiences and do you wish to experience them safely together with a supportive team? If yes, this trip is for you!
You are welcomed by trained guides who love their job who instruct you to ride the kayak correctly and accompany you during the entire trip. Additionally, you will get a nice company of like-minded people.
The sun reflects back from the curvy river surface. Singing birds as the background, we will be travelling 10 kilometres along the wild River Valgejõgi and forget the rest of the world for these hours.

Kayak trips are suitable for children from the age of 16.
Kanuumatkad Põhja-Eestis Valgejõel

Kingi endale ja oma sõpradele üks meeldejääv sündmus ja tule seikle Lahemaa kaunites paikades. Matkadistantsid on sobilikud nii lastele kui täiskasvanuile.
Kanuumatkal saad ise otsustada, kas kulged mõnusas rahulikus tempos või võtad sõitu sportlikult.

Matkad toimuvad Põhja-Eestis, looduskaunil Valgejõel. Osalejate tagasiside põhjal on Valgejõgi igal aastaajal justkui uus ja teistsugune jõgi, uued takistused ja uued seiklused.

Kohtume Valgejõel!

Karepa Beach

The peaceful and lovely Karepa beach is located on the shore of the Gulf of Finland. The sea is relatively shallow and the beach is sandy, but there are also small boulders. The coastline is, for the most part, straight, but there are also three small capes.

Karepa became a popular summer destination as early as the late 19th century, when several noblemen built their summer cottages there. The holiday destination is still popular among locals and tourists.
Karepa is home to the house museum of the artist Richard Sagrits, a herbal garden, and Kullo Youth Camp. The nearest town is Kunda.

Käsmu's field of boulders
Hidden away amongst the trees towards one end of the village of Käsmu is Estonia’s biggest field of boulders: massive stones, the biggest standing 4.8 metres high and measuring 14.7 metres around (and known as ‘The Hermit’). The boulders were deposited here as the Finnish and Swedish continental ice shelf retreated around 10,000 years ago. Today the field can be viewed from the Käsmu nature and cultural history trail.
Did you know…? *Käsmu boasts the largest concentration of stones and boulders of any place in Estonia
Käsmu nature and cultural history trail
The Käsmu nature and cultural history trail looks at the development of the Käsmu peninsula and Estonia’s biggest natural accumulation of rocks. Beginning in the car park next to the chapel, the trail is well marked with signs and is 4.2 km long; trees along the trail have white stripes painted on their trunks for guidance.

Käsmu itself is one of Estonia’s most beautiful seaside villages, and the local museum provides an excellent overview of its maritime history.
Käsmu hiking and cycling track
The Käsmu hiking and cycling track is situated in Lahemaa National Park and is 14 km long. It starts by the local chapel and ends in the car park at the other end of the village. It does a circuit of the peninsula and is designed for those who love to spend a good deal of time in the natural environment.
Klaaskajakiga elamusretk Norra allikajärvel

Elamus Norra allika järvel, kus avastad looduse ilu läbi läbipaistva kajaki ja SUPilaua, tutvudes samal ajal veekogu floora ja fauna mitmekesisusega. 

Nime sai paikkond endiste mõisnike Knorringute järgi. Allikast ära voolav vesi pani tööle veski. 1936. Aastal korraldatud mõõtmistel üllatas Norra allikas tulemusega, lastes välja voolata 360 liitrit sekundis ehk siis piltlikult 36 ämbritäit vett ühes sekundis! Puhastatud allikajärve põhjast paistab läbi selge vee „paepõrand“, mille lohkudest vesi välja uhab.