Hiking Trails

Just about a 30-minute drive from Tallinn awaits one of the most pleasant sandy beaches of Kolga Bay – Valkla Beach. Fine light sand and a spacious sea make it an ideal place for swimming, sunbathing, and simply enjoying a peaceful seaside getaway. Here, there is less hustle and bustle than at large swimming beaches, but everything you need is available: parking, restrooms, and changing cabins.

If you want to make your day more active, try beach volleyball, table tennis, or throw yourself into a hammock. In summer, you can rent a kayak and explore the uninhabited Pedassaare Island, located 1 km away, where you will find fire pits and a sauna house to take a break at your own pace. Prefer stand-up paddling? You can also rent a paddleboard from the beach along with safety equipment.

After the sea breeze and sand between your toes, stop by the Valkla Beach Restaurant or stay longer: the Valkla Recreation Center offers caravan parking and saunas.

Come enjoy the simple summer pleasures of Valkla Beach and let Kolga Bay refresh you!

The Vihasoo birdwatching tower takes you to one of the most bird-rich areas of Lahemaa National Park, where the coastal meadow, sea, and islet landscape create excellent opportunities for observing nature. From the tower, you can see Eru Bay and its islets, which are the nesting grounds for 26 bird species and an important stopover for migratory birds. In spring and autumn, you can observe bird migration here, and in summer, the life of the coastal meadow.

The 7-meter-high tower can accommodate around twenty people at a time, and the observation platform is about 4 meters above ground level. Information boards help you learn more about the birdlife of Eru Bay and the islets, and also introduce the protected buckthorn trees growing along the roadside. In the observation tower, you will find a permanent exhibition of bird images, making your visit exciting even when there are fewer birds to see.

The tower is located in a pasture fenced with electric fencing, where beef cattle roam. Access to the area is through a corner gate, which animals cannot pass through. Come to Vihasoo and enjoy the bird richness of Lahemaa at your own pace!

We are located in the stunning Lahemaa National Park in Northern Estonia, just an hour’s drive from Tallinn.

Everyone, both children and adults, has the opportunity to get acquainted with the lovely animals living at the Vihula Manor eco-farm. In the farmyard, there is a children’s playground with fun wooden animal-shaped swings, great climbing and play opportunities.

Vihula Manor also features a sports field, a watermill, a mini-golf course, a windmill, a concert stage, and several dining options. The buildings are open to both guests of Vihula Manor and other interested visitors,

Vihula Mini-Golf Course is located on a beautiful island in the Mustoja River. It is the largest in the Baltics, a 1880 m² international standard 18-hole mini-golf course, which is both an educational and entertaining attraction. On the golf course, you can see the sights of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, so it feels like traveling through these countries while playing.

If you have never played golf before and would like to try this game, then Vihula Manor offers a unique opportunity to play mini-golf and educate yourself at the same time!

Viitna Nature Trail is located in the Viitna Landscape Protection Area. You can hike on the 2.5 km and 7 km long trails around Lake Pikkjärv. You should allocate 1.5 or 3 hours to complete the trails.

On the Viitna Nature Trail, you will see diverse landforms shaped by glacial ice, lakes with varying nutrient levels between the hills, and a wide variety of forest growth types.

Good to know: in summer, Lake Pikkjärv is a popular swimming spot.

The Viru bog adventure hike on snowshoes takes you to the bog landscape of Lahemaa National Park in a way that cannot be experienced while walking on the boardwalk – directly into the middle of the puddles, the swaying grass, and the open bog field. Moving on snowshoes makes the bog accessible and provides the opportunity to experience this environment directly, at a slow pace, using all the senses. It is like a soft gym, where every step helps to better understand the uniqueness of the bog.

During the hike, we move on snowshoes through the bog, stop by the pond and the observation tower, and explore how the mire has formed and what stages of development it has gone through. We get acquainted with the adaptations of bog plants, observe animal tracks, and delve into the role of sphagnum 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 will also take a break, where we will brew tea and have a small snack. In warmer weather, the bolder ones have the opportunity to refresh themselves in the puddle.

The Viru Bog educational trail is one of the most accessible bog trails in Estonia, where you can experience the diverse nature characteristic of Lahemaa National Park.

The trail features alternating forest paths, former sand dunes, ridges, and expansive bog fields. The 3.5 km long path is marked and equipped with information boards that tell the story of the bog’s formation, its importance in nature, and introduce bog plants such as bog rosemary and cloudberry. In the back part of the trail, you will see a former peat field restoration area with explanatory boards. You can also walk the trail in a circular route, which makes the journey 5.5 km long.

The 11 m observation tower located 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 suitable for wheelchairs or strollers, and the first platform of the tower is accessible without stairs. Beyond that, the boardwalk becomes narrower. The nearby Kalmeoja campfire site offers an opportunity to rest or camp.

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

The Viru Bog is remarkably diverse – a bog with various landscapes, pools, high bog ridges, and wetlands. During the hike between the pools, we will also traverse bog islands and take a look at the bog recovering from peat extraction. The experience is enhanced by climbing the observation tower in the middle of the bog and enjoying the view that unfolds. We will conclude our journey by hiking along the ridges surrounding the bog. If desired, food can be prepared by the campfire.

The service includes: hike organization, snowshoes, poles, gaiters if necessary, and a hiking guide. Hikers should wear rubber boots and dress appropriately for the season.

The hike is also suitable for children aged 12 and up.

Come for a pleasant walk to explore the nature and cultural history of Nõmmeveski. During the 1.5-hour tour, a local nature guide will explain why the Valgejõe gorge has been protected for over half a century and how the oldest national park in Estonia came to be. Along the way, we will discover the wildlife of Lahemaa’s largest river, examine the Baltic cliff and deep canyon, stroll by the romantic ruins of a former hydroelectric power station, taste spring water, and enjoy the soothing sound of the waterfall.

The 2 km long hike starts at the Nõmmeveski parking lot, follows a pleasant forest path, is suitable for families, and can be navigated with a stroller designed for outdoor use.

Discover the stunning nature of the Valgejõe primeval valley and the exciting cultural history of the local villages! On a 4-hour nature tour, a local guide will explain why this place has been protected for over half a century and how the oldest national park in Estonia was born here. Along the way, we will get to know the life of the largest river in Lahemaa, the visually stunning Baltic cliff, and listen to stories about the formation of the primeval valley.

At Nõmmeveski, we will descend into the canyon, explore the romantic ruins of a former hydroelectric power station, taste fresh spring water, and enjoy the soothing sound of the waterfall.

The hike is approximately 10 km long, following a pleasant forest path through varied nature, and ending at the Nõmmeveski parking lot.

Võsu, located in Lahemaa National Park, is one of Estonia’s oldest seaside resorts, cherished since the late 19th century – thanks to its white sandy beach, clean sea air, and enchanting sunset views along the shore of Käsmu Bay.

Võsu beach has everything needed for a comfortable stay – lifeguards, changing cabins, restrooms, and showers. For those who enjoy a more active vacation, there are opportunities to play ball games or train at the outdoor gym, while children can enjoy swings and playgrounds. For the more adventurous, a pump track has been established where one can try rollerblading or BMX biking.

During the summer season, refreshments and snacks can be purchased at the beach, but a little further away in the village of Võsu, there are also cafes and a shop.

The beach at Võsu is characterized by a cozy atmosphere that attracts both locals and visitors from afar every summer. Võsu beach beautifully combines the beauty of nature, active activities, and necessary amenities, offering something memorable for every visitor!

Come to Võsu to relax!

The Võsu-Nõmmeveski hiking trail is 18 km long and is located in Lahemaa National Park in Lääne-Viru County.

The trail starts from the Võsu camping area and heads towards Nõmmeveski. It follows old forest roads, passes through the ancient village of Võhma, where you can see traces of prehistoric settlement – the Tandemäe burial mounds. After passing through the forest section, the trail reaches Joaveski and continues to Nõmmeveski, where you can see the most impressive waterfalls in Lahemaa. The trail can also be traversed by bicycle. You can stop at the Nõmmeveski campfire site, where you can also camp.

Good to know: The Võsu-Nõmmeveski hiking trail is part of the 79 km long Kõrve trail that runs from Oandu to Aegviidu.

If you thought that water “just exists,” then this trip will get your head wet – with knowledge. The Water Wise hike at the source of pure water in Pandivere takes place in Metsamõisa (Järsi village, Tapa municipality) and leads you to the Pandivere uplands and the Pure Water theme park, in the nitrate-sensitive area of Pandivere-Adavere-Põltsamaa, where nature reveals its secret plumbing.

What you will experience:
• Karst in real life – how rock “eats itself empty” and why sinkholes occur.
• Mysterious Äntu spring lakes and springs – water that has come from the earth, not from the tap.
• Big and small water cycles – examples that will stick in your mind.
• A small “wow experiment”: a chemical reaction with limestone.
• Tips on how to keep groundwater clean – simply and humanely.
• Local stories and cultural heritage.

The hike is suitable if you are looking for a nature-guided tour that is humorous, educational, and experiential – for family, friends, work teams, or even school groups.

A guided bike tour takes you to the trail where pure groundwater is born – the very same water used as drinking water in Estonia every day. We will ride through the Pandivere Highlands, characterized by wide views, forests, and nature rich in springs. We will make stops along the way to enjoy the landscape and hear stories about how nature and water are interconnected here.

We will visit the exceptionally clear Äntu lakes, whose colors and transparency amaze even first-time visitors. During the hike, we will also stop for a picnic and enjoy lunch in the cozy Georgi dining room.

The route, approximately 40 km long, is suitable for active riders with moderate fitness levels. If desired, we can enhance the route with detours to springs and lakes. We will bring the bikes ourselves and plan the start time according to your schedule.

Come and experience the nature that provides Estonia with pure drinking water!

Book your bike tour today!

Have you ever wondered who walked in the forest at night before you – and what they were doing there? The Wildlife Wisdom hike is a guided adventure where you learn to read the forest’s “correspondence”: tracks, trails, feeding places, burrows, and other activity signs.

We will talk clearly (and with a suitable smile) about how humans have influenced the balance of nature and why and how the population of wildlife is sometimes consciously regulated. You will also get a clear picture of the role of hunters – without moralizing, just the joy of becoming wiser.

We will take a tour in the forest and review trophies – such as antlers, tusks, and skins – to learn to distinguish species and understand what story each find tells.

Suitable for families with children, groups of friends, and work teams. The hike takes place by reservation in Harju County or Lääne-Viru County. Put on comfortable boots and come – the forest “speaks” more than you think.