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

Veeteemaline jalgrattamatk Pandivere kõrgustikul

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 ka esmakordseid külastajaid imestama. Matka jooksul peatume ka piknikuks ning naudime lõunasööki hubases Georgi söögitoas.

Umbes 40 km pikkune marsruut sobib aktiivsetele ja mõõduka treenitusega sõitjatele. 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!

Vihasoo birdwatching tower

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 Manor Mini-Golf

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!

Vihula Manor Holiday Village
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.
Viitna nature studies trail
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 Bog snowshoe tour with a nature guide

Our Viru Bog snowshoe tour takes you to the bogs of Lahemaa National Park in a way that walking on the boardwalk cannot – directly to the center of the park’s vast bogs. Walking with snowshoes makes the bog accessible and allows you to experience this environment directly, at a slow pace, using all your senses. It’s like a soft gym where every step helps you better understand the bog’s unique qualities.

During the hike, we move through the bog on snowshoes, stop by a bog lake and a viewing tower, and explore how the bog has formed and what development stages it has undergone. We learn about the adaptations of bog plants, observe animal tracks, and explore the role of peat moss in the bog ecosystem. We also discuss whether peat is a renewable or non-renewable natural resource and why this topic is important today.

During the hike, we also take a break where we brew tea and have a small snack. In warmer weather, the bolder ones have the opportunity to refresh themselves in the bog pool.

Viru Bog Study Trail

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 Snowshoe Hike

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.

Visit Lahemaa giidiga retk Nõmmeveskil

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.

Visit Lahemaa giidiga retk Valgejõe ürgorus

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 Beach

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
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.