Haanja Nature Park: A Tranquil Escape into Nature's Embrace
Discover the serene beauty of Haanja Nature Park, a nature preserve in Võru County, Estonia, offering breathtaking landscapes and diverse outdoor activities.
Nestled in Võru County, Haanja Nature Park offers tourists a serene retreat filled with breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and endless outdoor activities. Ideal for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike, explore its well-marked trails, pristine lakes, and lush forests that promise unforgettable experiences.
A brief summary to Haanja Nature Park
- Võru County, EE
- +37256424742
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Bring sturdy hiking boots to explore the trails comfortably.
- Pack a picnic to enjoy by one of the park's serene lakes.
- Visit during the early morning or late afternoon for the best wildlife viewing opportunities.
- Check the weather forecast before your visit as conditions can change rapidly.
- Consider downloading a map of the trails, as cell service may be limited in some areas.
Getting There
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Car
From Otepää Ski Resort, head southeast on Tehvandi Street towards the Tartu-Tallinna Road (E263). After about 3 kilometers, turn right onto E263. Continue on this road for approximately 12 kilometers. Look for the signs for Haanja Nature Park; you will take a left turn onto a smaller road leading directly into the park area. Follow this road until you reach the main entrance of Haanja Nature Park. Make sure to park in designated areas.
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Public Transportation
Start at the Otepää bus station. Take a bus towards Võru, which usually departs every hour. The journey takes about 30-40 minutes. Get off at the Haanja stop. From the bus stop, it is about a 2-kilometer walk to the Haanja Nature Park entrance. Follow the signs leading to the park. Please check the bus schedules in advance for the return trip.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Kütioru keskus
7.7 km
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Kütioru Küti Mäeveski
10.7 km
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Seedri Holiday House
12.0 km
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II maailmasõja mälestuskivi
12.4 km
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Mälestuskivi
13.0 km
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Endine Võru viinavabriku hoone
13.4 km
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Liiva-ATE
13.9 km
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Restoran Postmark
13.9 km
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Georgi hotell
13.9 km
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Koidula kohvik
13.9 km
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Mustjärv
14.0 km
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Võru Instituut
14.3 km
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Mõisaait OÜ
14.3 km
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Võru linnavalitsus
14.4 km
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Võru Ekaterina kirik
14.4 km
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Unmissable attractions to see
Vällamägi
1.4 km
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Mooska suitsusaunatalu
1.6 km
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Suur Munamägi Tower
1.9 km
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Munamäe laululava (põrand)
2.0 km
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Voki laululava
4.7 km
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Härämäe matkarada
4.8 km
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Hallimägi vaatlustorn
5.0 km
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Kütiorg
7.5 km
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Kütioru matkarada
7.8 km
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Puiga laululava
8.4 km
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Rõuge Ööbikuorg
8.5 km
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Rõuge watchtower "Pesapuu"
8.6 km
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Rõuge muinastalu
8.7 km
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Ööbikuoru kiik-vaateplatvorm
8.8 km
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Rõuge Ööbikuoru Külastuskeskus
9.3 km
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Essential places to dine
Suur Muna
2.2 km
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Ööbikuoru Villa
9.1 km
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Kubija hotell-loodusspaa restoran
10.7 km
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Kubija hotell-loodusspaa
10.7 km
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Tulilind
10.7 km
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Vastseliina Meierei
11.8 km
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Peetri Pizza
12.7 km
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andrus silver
12.7 km
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Jason’s famous hot wings
12.7 km
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Võru Rimi super
12.7 km
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Hesburger
12.9 km
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Neste Võru
12.9 km
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Liivi Toidusaal
13.5 km
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Terminal Oil Võru
13.6 km
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Koreli Rimi mini
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
HAANIMEHE PUUT
2.0 km
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Coop Rõuge
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Uma Puut
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Laane Toidupood
11.6 km
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Ilus Pood
11.8 km
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Vastseliina Pagarikoda
12.0 km
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KalaSaar
12.0 km
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Vastseliina Konsum
12.0 km
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Cy Riided
12.0 km
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Kristi Telling - Merilyn Boutique
12.1 km
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K-Rauta Võru
12.7 km
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Maksimarketi Lillepood
12.8 km
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Võru Maksimarket
12.8 km
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Juveel
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Võru Kaubamaja
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Pubi Finiš
2.0 km
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Mareia
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Kuuri kohvik
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Kohvik Soopärl
12.2 km
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Pauline Resto
13.8 km
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Ränduri pubi külalistemaja
13.9 km
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Elu Roosas Mullis
13.9 km
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Rannapubi
13.9 km
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Hotel Tamula
14.0 km
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Võru Kreutzwaldi School
14.1 km
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Playa Võru
14.1 km
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Stedingu kelder
14.2 km
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Kohvik Taevas
14.4 km
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Kurrunurruvutibaar
14.5 km
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Toomeoru baar-kondiiter
25.5 km
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