What You Will Do
Lahemaa National Park, just east of Tallinn, is a place with breathtaking landscapes and unspoilt nature. You can find beautiful peninsulas and bays, forests and beaches, waterfalls and bogs seasoned with rich cultural history. This day trip is perfect for spending a day out of Tallinn.
The first stop on the way is Jägala waterfall, after which the tour will visit Sagadi Manor, where you can learn about the legacy of German land-owners living in the Estonian countryside for centuries. You will then visit Altja village which is unique as it represents the architecture of our fishing villages as they were before the estblishment of coastal border zone during the Soviet times. You have time for a walk by the seaside and Altja tavern is open for tasting traditional Estonian farm food.
Last thing on the tour is picturesque walk in Viru bog. You will go on the boardwalk leading to observation tower where you can admire how the unique vegetation is contrasting the clear bog pools.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Meet your tour guide in front of Tallinn Tourist Information Centre, Niguliste street 2, in the Old Town.
1
Jagala Waterfall
15 minutes
Jägala waterfall is the highest natural waterfall in Estonia which is dropping down from 8 metres high limestone cliff. Your guide will explain you how the waterfall was formed and you will have a chance to see the waterfall from higher ground or walk down by the river closer to the waterfall. It is an amazing photo opportunity with the falls and lush green forest around.
2
Sagadi Mois Museum
30 minutes
Sagadi manor complex is a heritage from the Baltic-German period in Estonia and offers a chance to get to know its historic background and admire the beauty of its romantic architecture. There is a museum inside the manor house which exhibits the restored rooms and valuable paintings as they were when the family was living in the manor. Outside there are beautiful gardens to walk around. There is also a forest museum introducing the nature in Estonia with its diverse flora and wildlife.
3
Altja Tavern
15 minutes
Altja is a charming fishing village on the coast of Lahemaa. You will have a chance to see the traditional coastal houses with reed roofs and walk on the seaside.
4
Viru Bog Trail
45 minutes
Viru bog trail is easy to walk as it starts along a smooth forest path and leads to a boardwalk passing the bog. You will reach the viewing platform or tower in the middle of the bog where you can oversee most of the bog with its clear bog pools.
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