Description of the attraction
Kõrvemaa Landscape Reserve is famous for its picturesque landscapes, amazing nature and variety of flora and fauna. This area is located on the northern coast of Estonia. Traveling and relaxing here is a great opportunity to enjoy the magnificent Estonian nature. This is the best place for those who like long walks and camping.
The Kõrvemaa karst region is an interesting sightseeing spot during the dry summer months. There are deep and deserted river beds and underground caves filled with water. In most cases, tourists come to Kõrvemaa to enjoy the unique landscapes of valleys, hills, lakes and bogs. The characteristic features of the Kõrvemaa landscape are glacial deposits and lacustrine-glacial plains, which are often covered with swamps and, to a lesser extent, bogs. Among the forests and swamps, you can find paths and paths lined with logs.
According to legend, when the giant Kalevipoeg plowed the field, wolves attacked him and killed his white horse. The horse's grave is now called Valgemägi Hill (White Mountain). And the local hilly landscape is an unplowed field. Valgemägi hill is the highest place in the reserve, its height is equal to 107 meters above sea level. An observation tower has been built on the top of the hill, from which you can see the entire territory of Kõrvemaa at once. A magnificent view will appear before you in the autumn season, when a wide variety of autumn colors will spread out in front of you.
There are more than a hundred lakes in the reserve, some of which are completely wild, and there are those that are looked after by local authorities. The Soodla River is loved and visited by fishermen, and the forests around Paunküla are a mushroom pickers' paradise, where you can collect a large number of porcini mushrooms, milk mushrooms and chanterelles.
On the Valgejõgi River, you can often find beaver dams, in addition, you can rent a canoe or kayak and travel along the river. For beginners, the easier route is of course suitable, while more experienced rowers can choose a 2-3 day route, reaching the sea at the end of the journey.
About 23 species of various orchids were found in the reserve. The rare species of birds that fly here to breed are the golden eagle, black stork, and lesser spotted eagle. In autumn, many photographers come here to make beautiful shots, to catch an animal in the lens.
In order to choose a holiday to your liking, you can contact the information point of the State Forest Management Center in Aegviidu. Here you can take a map, get comprehensive information about local activities, the service offered to vacationers, as well as nature itself
Visit the information point of the State Forest Management Center in Aegviidu for maps and information on local events and services offered to holidaymakers, as well as on the very nature of the Kõrvemaa Landscape Reserve. In the Valgehobusemäe Ski and Recreation Center you can not only stop, but also use equipped and illuminated hiking trails, rent a bicycle or canoe.
Valgehobusemäe Ski and Recreation Center offers not only accommodation and meals, but also the use of illuminated hiking trails, canoe, bicycle rental, etc. The Kõrvemaa Camp and Ski Center has everything for camp and adventure holiday lovers: equipment rental, guide services, meals and accommodation.
