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Elva & Around

Things to do in Elva & Around

  1. Elva Vitipalu

    Elva Vitipalu lies about 2km southeast of town. If you're on foot, you can take the walking path from the information office. Inside the reserve, hiking and biking trails pass near idyllic lakes, through pine forests and along the wandering Elva River. You can overnight in the reserve inside wooden cabins or camp sites. Pick up trail maps from the Elva information office.

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  2. Verevi järv

    About 1km northwest of Arbi järv off Tartu maantee is Verevi järv. With its sandy beach, refreshing water and views of the forest on the far shores, this lake makes a good setting for a swim on summer days.

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  3. Võrtsjärv

    For lake action, you can head 15km further west of Elva to Võrtsjärv, Estonia's second-biggest lake. The best beaches lie on the northern and western shores.

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  4. Kolmas Eesti

    A few blocks from the information office, this handsome wooden pub serves good soups, shashlik, perch fillet, and many other selections.

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  5. Tartumaa Muuseum

    The tourist information office also contains the small Tartumaa Muuseum, featuring exhibits on local history, folklore and artists.

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