Discover more in Taevaskoja – go where others don’t
Who says you have to settle for the ordinary? We don’t. And neither should you.
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Explore the richness of the Taevaskoja region
Experience Taevaskoja in a new light
Taevaskoja is more than its beautiful sandstone cliffs – come and experience what this place truly means. It’s a starting point. A gateway to discoveries most never see. Stories not everyone hears. Places few ever reach. We invite you to expand your Taevaskoja experience – deeper into nature, and deeper into our region.
Here, legends and nature meet beyond the iconic sandstone cliffs.
- Taevaskoja as a sacred site – an ancient and spiritual place through the ages.
- The Forest Brothers’ hideout – refuge of one of Estonia’s most legendary resistance fighters. – Eesti ühe kuulsaima metsavenna varjupaik.
- Traces of electrification - Soviet history embedded in the heart of nature.
- Water adventures – by kayak, canoe, SUP board… or walking along the riverbed.
- Hiking trails for every explorer – with routes of various lengths and views.
What’s worth doing? Where should you go?
Who says you have to settle for the ordinary? We don’t. And neither should you.
Broaden your horizon – the wider Taevaskoja area is full of exciting experiences. Here you’ll find things like Estonia’s largest cinnamon buns, the Võhandu Marathon route, lakeside accommodations by the bog, the Kooraste lakes, the Loovus Trail, the Mooste Manor, and the Põlva Wakepark – just to name a few of the many things this region has to offer.
5 Reasons to Visit Taevaskoja
Taevaskoja is one of Southern Estonia’s natural gems and the most well-known nature destination in the region. But as with many iconic places, most visitors only scratch the surface – they stop by the “Mother’s Spring,” admire the sandstone cliffs, and leave. Here are five compelling reasons to delve deeper than most and experience Taevaskoja in all its depth.
Taevaskoja – A Place of Nature, Myth, and the Estonian Spirit
Taevaskoja is a place where Estonia’s story unfolds layer by layer. Here, natural wonders meet human history: sacred sites of ancient Estonians, hideouts of Forest Brothers, traces of Soviet industry, and today’s nature-aware adventures. A walk through Taevaskoja is like a journey through time, with every bend in the river and every forest edge revealing a fragment of Estonia’s spirit.
Beyond Taevaskoja
Once you’ve walked the trails and admired the views of Taevaskoja, don’t leave just yet – the surrounding area still holds much to discover. While Taevaskoja is the region’s natural centerpiece, the wider area is full of experiences that can surprise even the most seasoned nature lover. If you’re ready to continue your journey deeper into Southern Estonia’s nature and culture, here are the next must-see stops along the way.
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