Hiking Trails

Tapa linnas jagub kõigile huvilistele sportimise rõõmu nii suvel kui talvel. Tapa linna piiril Männikumäel ootavad kõiki mõnusad terviserajad, mille pikkusteks on 2,5 km (valgustatud ring) ja 4 km pikkune suur ring.

Talvisel ajal saab siin suusatada ning Männikumägi on teadupärast ka üks kelgutajate meelispaikadest.

Läheduses asub Tapa Männikumäe disc-golfi park oma 18-korviga. See on 1,8 km pikkune mängurada, mis sobib nii algajale kui ka juba kogenenud mängijale.

Tule Tapale sportima!

Come and discover Lahemaa and its pristine nature, manor buildings, and seaside villages.

The day trip follows the tracks of the most beautiful places in Estonia. We will hike in Viru Bog and immerse ourselves in North Estonia’s landscape. We will stop at Jägala Waterfall, the largest natural waterfall in Estonia, which is a particularly powerful sight in summer and when it’s frozen in winter.

We will visit the historic Sagadi Manor complex, where you will get an idea of Estonia’s manor life. Then we head to the fishing village of Altja, where the atmosphere of the real Estonian beach village awaits us. We take a lunch break at the local tavern (lunch is not included in the price).

The tour includes transportation and a guide service.

Tsitre, located in Lahemaa National Park, is a historical site. As late as the middle of the last century, many buildings of the famous summer estate of Tsitre were still standing, and a large manor complex was located here – mansions, servants’ houses, stables, rose gardens, paths, alleys, a bowling alley, bathing houses and a passenger port. Now time and nature have done their job. The Tsitre Tree Trail runs through the former manor park, introducing the remaining trees. The oldest pine trees may be up to 300 years old, and the horse chestnuts over 120 years old. From the observation tower, you can admire Kolga Bay.

There are also several rest areas along the trail with benches and tables, barbecues, and camping sites.

The Tülivere sacred oak, a protected tree, is a sacred old tree which received food offerings in order to ensure bountiful crops and cattle as recently as the last century. Ancient Estonians considered the gap in the oak to be a place of reconciliation, which is how the tree received its name as ‘tüli’ means quarrel in Estonian.
The large oak is located on a hillock, close to the Tülivere brook. The giant tree features a unique gap similar to an arched door where a person can enter, almost without having to bend down. The dim interior of the tree’s cavity is the size of a tiny chamber, allowing two adults to stand up within.

The oak is located on private land, so it can only be visited during the daytime.

Kas oled kunagi mõelnud, kes käis öösel Sinu ees metsas – ja mida ta seal tegi? Ulukitarkuse matk on giidiga seiklus, kus õpid lugema metsa “kirjavahetust”: jäljed, rajad, söödakohad, urud ja muud tegevusmärgid.

Räägime arusaadavalt (ja paraja muigega), kuidas inimene on looduse tasakaalu mõjutanud ning miks ja kuidas ulukite arvukust vahel ka teadlikult reguleeritakse. Saad selge pildi ka jahimeeste rollist – ilma moraalitsemata, lihtsalt targemaks saamise rõõmuga.​

Teeme ringkäigu metsas ning vaatame üle trofeed – näiteks sarved, kihvad ja nahad – et õppida liike eristama ja mõista, millist lugu iga leid räägib.

Sobib lastega perele, sõpruskonnale ja töötiimile. Matk toimub ettetellimisel Harjumaal või Lääne-Virumaal. Pane jalga mugavad saapad ja tule – mets “räägib” rohkem, kui arvad.

Vainupea beach is located in Lääne-Viru County in Vihula Rural Municipality. The beach is well-maintained and has dressing booths. The beach also has benches, a boardwalk, rubbish pins and toilets.

Summering became fashionable in Estonia after the abolition of serfdom at the end of the 19th century. About a century ago, Vainupea was already a busy holiday spot.

A 30-minute drive from Tallinn on the north coast is one of the most beautiful sandy beaches in Kolga Bay – Valkla beach. The beach with fine light sand is a great bathing beach that stands out from big beaches with its peace and cleanliness.

The beach has a toilet and parking lot as well as changing rooms. In summer, it is possible to rent a kayak and go to the nearby Pedassaare island – an uninhabited island 1 km away, where there are campfire sites and a sauna house. Paddleboards with safety equipment are also available for rent on the beach.

Valkla beach also has a beach restaurant Valkla rand and a Recreation Centre with caravan park and saunas.

Study programme ‘Water wizard’s expedition at the source of clean water’ by the Clean Water Theme Park is an authentic and interesting service, which introduces Estonia and the bowels of the earth. Its keywords are environmental sensitivity and authentic natural and cultural experiences. The characteristics of the Pandivere Upland and the nitrate-sensitive area of Pandivere-Adavere-Põltsamaa is used to show how karst is formed and explain the phenomenon of karst. Additionally, different sinkholes are visited, as well as the mystical Varangu blue springs, which are talked about in relation to the local culture. Participants will learn about the large and small hydrologic cycle in the wild.

 

Giidiga rattamatk viib Sind rajale, kus sünnib puhas põhjavesi – seesama, mida Eestis igapäevaselt joogiveena kasutatakse. Sõidame läbi Pandivere kõrgustiku, mida iseloomustavad avarad vaated, metsad ja allikaterohke loodus. Teeme teel peatusi, et nautida maastikku ja kuulda lugusid sellest, kuidas loodus ja vesi siin omavahel seotud on.

Külastame erakordselt selge veega Äntu järvi, mille värvid ja läbipaistvus panevad esimest korda nägijaid imestama. Matka jooksul peatume ka piknikuks ning naudime lõunasööki hubases Georgi söögitoas.

Umbes 40 km pikkune marsruut sobib igas vanuses ja erineva tasemega ratturitele – peredele, sõpradele ja töökaaslastele. Soovi korral saame marsruuti täiendada kõrvalepõigetega allikate ja järvede juurde. Rattad toome ise kohale ning algusaja planeerime vastavalt Sinu graafikule.

Tule ja koge loodust, mis annab Eestile puhta joogivee!

Broneeri oma rattamatk juba täna!

The tower is located in Vihasoo coastal meadow, the most bird-populated area of Lahemaa National Park. There, you will see the islands of the Gulf of Eru, which are the nesting area for 26 species of birds and a stopping place for migratory birds.
The tower, which is 7 m high and approximately 4 m from the ground, holds a few dozen people at a time. Information boards introduce the birds of the islands and the Gulf of Eru, and the protected European white elm next to the road.
The tower is located in an area surrounded by an electric fence which is meant for a beef cattle. The tower can be accessed via a corner of the fence, where the cattle cannot fit through.
There is a permanent exhibition of bird pictures in the observation tower.

 

Vihula Mini-Golf course is located on a beautiful island in the Mustoja River. The 1880 m² 18-hole mini golf course is the largest in the Baltics. The educational and entertaining course meets international standards. During the game, you can see the sights of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.

If you have not played golf before and would like to try this game, Vihula Manor offers a unique opportunity to play mini golf and educate yourself at the same time!

We are located in the picturesque Lahemaa National Park in North Estonia, only an hour’s drive from Tallinn.

Vihula Manor Holiday Village has sports grounds, a watermill, a mini golf course, a windmill, a concert stage and several eateries.

All, children and adults alike, can meet the wonderful animals living in Vihula Manor Eco-Farm. There is a children’s playground in the courtyard of the farm with fun wooden animal-shaped swings, and exciting climbing and play structures.

Kaval-Ants Forest has other adventurous options for children for playing and relaxing.

The buildings are open to the guests of Vihula manor, as well as others.

The Viitna nature studies trail forms part of the Viitna nature reserve and is 7 km long. It begins near the Viitna holiday village, and the trees along the path are marked for navigation. Along the trail you will see a variety of landscapes and lakes formed by the movement of the continental ice sheet.

Viru raba elamusmatk räätsadel viib sind Lahemaa rahvuspargi rabamaastikule nii nagu laudteel liikudes ei saa – otse laugaste, õõtsiku ja avara rabavälja keskele. Räätsadel liikumine muudab raba ligipääsetavaks ja annab võimaluse kogeda seda keskkonda vahetult, aeglases tempos ja kõiki meeli kasutades. See on justkui pehme jõusaal, kus iga samm aitab paremini mõista raba eripära.

Matkal liigume räätsadel läbi raba, peatume laukajärve ja vaatetorni juures ning uurime, kuidas soo on tekkinud ja milliseid arenguetappe see läbinud on. Tutvume rabataimede kohastumustega, vaatleme loomade jälgi ning süveneme turbasambla rolli rabakoosluses. Arutleme ka selle üle, kas turvas on taastuv või taastumatu loodusvara ja miks see teema on tänapäeval oluline.

Matka jooksul teeme ka puhkepausi, kus keedame teed ja võtame väikese ampsu. Soojemal ajal on julgematel võimalus end ka laukas värskendada.

The Viru Bog Study Trail is one of the most accessible bog trails in Estonia, where you can experience the diverse landscapes typical of Lahemaa National Park.

The trail alternates between forest trails, former sand dunes, ridges, and spacious bog fields. The 3.5 km long path is marked with information boards that tell the story of the bog’s formation, its importance in nature, and information about bog plants such as moor grass and cloudberries. At the end of the trail, you can see the former peat field restoration area, accompanied by explanatory signs. You can also walk the trail in a circle. In this case, the route length is 5.5 km.

The 11-meter-high observation tower in the middle of the trail offers a wonderful view of the entire bog. A wide boardwalk leads to the tower (1.3 km), which is also suitable for wheelchairs or strollers, and the first platform of the tower can be reached without stairs. The boardwalk becomes narrower as it progresses. The nearby Kalmeoja campfire site offers the opportunity to relax or camp.

Discover the charm of Viru Bog – just an hour’s drive from Tallinn!

 

Viru Bog is remarkably diverse. It’s a bog with different landscapes, like raised bog sedges and ravines. On the hike between the bogs, we will pass over bog islands and take a look at a bog that is recovering from peat mining. Climbing the observation tower in the middle of the bog and enjoying the view adds to the experience. We end the journey by hiking on the eskers surrounding the bog. If desired, you can eat by the campfire.

The service includes: hiking organization, snowshoes, poles, leggings if necessary, hiking guide. Hikers should wear rubber boots and clothing suitable for the weather.

The hike is suitable for children aged 12 and above.

Tule mõnusale jalutuskäigule, et tutvuda Nõmmeveski looduse ja kultuurilooga. 1,5-tunnisel retkel räägib kohalik loodusgiid, miks on Valgejõe ürgorg juba üle poole sajandi kaitse all ning kuidas siia sündis Eesti vanim rahvuspark. Teel avastame Lahemaa suurima jõe elustikku, uurime Balti klinti ja sügavat kanjonorgu, jalutame endise hüdroelektrijaama romantiliste varemete juures, maitseme allikavett ning naudime joa rahustavat kohinat.

2 km pikkune retk algab Nõmmeveski parklas, kulgeb mööda mõnusat metsateed, sobib peredele ja on läbitav ka maastikul liikumiseks mõeldud lapsevankriga.

Avasta Valgejõe ürgoru imeline loodus ja kohalike külade põnev kultuurilugu! 4-tunnisel loodusretkel räägib kohalik giid, miks see paik on olnud kaitse all juba üle poole sajandi ja kuidas siia sündis Eesti vanim rahvuspark. Teel tutvume Lahemaa suurima jõe eluga, silmailu pakkuva Balti klindiga ning kuulame lugusid ürgoru kujunemisest.

Nõmmeveskil laskume kanjonorgu, avastame endise hüdroelektrijaama romantilisi varemeid, maitseme värsket allikavett ja naudime joa rahustavat kohinat.

Retk on umbes 10 km pikk, kulgedes Kotka küla parklast mööda mõnusat metsarada vaheldusrikkas looduses ning lõpetades Nõmmeveski parklas.

Võsu, in Lahemaa National Park, is home to one of the most popular sandy beaches among holidaymakers in the region. The beach has its own lifeguards, changing cabins, a toilet, and a shower. Energetic sun-lovers can play various ball games or work out in the outdoor gym. Children can swing and play at the nearby playground.
For older children, there is a pump track for roller skates and BMX lovers.
During the summer season, you can also buy soft drinks and snacks on the beach. The nearest restaurants and shops are located in the small town of Võsu, a few hundred metres from the beach.
Wireless internet is also available on the beach.

Võsu-Nõmmeveski hiking trail is 18 kilometres long and situated in the expansive Lahemaa National Park. The trail takes off at the Võsu camping area and continues through to Nõmmeveski, which is known for its canyon. Here you will find a camping and barbecue area.
You can walk and cycle through most of the trail, along an old forest path passing through the ancient village of Võhma, where you will come across the prehistoric Tandemäe burial mounds.