Kõrvemaa Landscape Reserve is famous for its picturesque landscapes, fascinating nature and the diversity of animal and plant life. This area is located on the northern coast of Estonia. A trip and holiday here is a great opportunity to enjoy the magnificent Estonian nature. It is the best place for lovers of long walks and camping holidays.
Kõrvemaa karst area is a curious place to explore during the dry summer months. Here are deep and desolate riverbeds and underground caves, filled with water. In most cases, tourists come to Kõrve County to enjoy the unique landscapes of the valley, to enjoy the unique landscapes of valleys, hills, lakes and marshes. The characteristic features of the Kõrvemaa landscape are glacial deposits and lake-glacial plains, which are often covered with bogs and, to a lesser extent, mires. Among the forests and bogs one can find paths and tracks lined with with logs.
According to legend, when the giant Kalevipoeg was ploughing a field, he was attacked by wolves and killed his white horse. The horse's grave is now called Valgemägi Hill (White Mountain). And the local lumpy landscape is an unploughed field. Valgemägi Hill is the highest place in the reserve, its height equates to 107 metres above sea level. There is an observation tower at the top of the hill, from which you can see the whole territory of Kõrvemaa at once. The view is magnificent in the autumn season, when you will see a wide variety of autumn colours.
There are more than a hundred lakes in the nature reserve, among which there are completely wild, and there are some that are looked after by the local government. The Soodla River is a favourite with fishermen, while the forests around Paunküla are a paradise for mushroom pickers, where one can pick a large number of ceps, pears and chanterelles.
Beaver dams are often found on the Valgejõgi River, and it is also possible to take a canoe or kayak for hire and take a trip on the river. For beginners, of course, the easier route is suitable, while more experienced paddlers can choose a 2-3 day route, reaching the sea at the end of the trip.
About 23 species of various orchids are found in the sanctuary. Rare species of birds, birds that come here to breed include the golden eagle, black stork, lesser spotted eagle, black stork, and spotted eagle. In autumn, many photographers come here to take beautiful pictures, to catch an animal in the lens, many photographers come here.
In order to choose a holiday to your liking, you can contact the info point of the State Forest Management Centre in Aegwijdu. Here it will be possible to take A map, comprehensive information on local activities, the services offered to holidaymakers, as well as the nature itself.
Stop by the information point of the State Forest Management Center in Aegviidu to pick up maps and get information about local events and services offered to holidaymakers, as well as about the nature of the Kõrvemaa Landscape Reserve itself.
The Valgehobuzemäe Recreation and Ski Centre is not only accommodation and food, but also the use of lighted hiking trails, canoe hire, bicycle hire, etc. The Kõrvemaa Camping and Skiing Centre has everything for camping and adventure holidays: equipment hire, guide services, food and accommodation.
