The 10 BEST Free Walking Tours in Viljandimaa
Introduction
If you are planning to travel to Estonia and are looking for something more off the beaten track, then you are here to the right place. If so, hike through some of the pretty countryside of the Viljandimaa area. Viljandimaa is located in southern Estonia and is a place that has a lot of beautiful areas, ancient sightseeing attractions, and pretty towns. In this guide, we will show you some of the best walking tours you can go on during your time in Viljandimaa of how to fully explore this lesser known area of the world.
1. Viljandi Old Town Tour
To start your journey, you can stroll though the historical cent-ref of Viljandimaa – the Old Town of Viljandi. This is a really good preserved medieval town and when you explore the place by foot, one has to be amazed at how small it is, cobble stone streets, lots of good looking buildings in different colours, and there is even the market square. Also while heading to Viljandi, don’t forget to go to the Viljandi Castle. Highlights include a walk down the tight and staple end streets, shop and diner shopping, and that of discovering this incredible city.
Tour Highlights:
- Viljandi Castle
- Old Town Market Square
- Cobblestone Streets
2. Soomaa National Park Trek
If you like nature, you have to consider a walking tour around Soomaa National Park. Soomaa roughly translates to the ‘land of bogs’ and it actually is a deluxe bundle of wetland – relatively difficult & which is heavily large wetland areas with numerous rivers, with the stunning network of swamp forests, and also the huge areas of bogs. You can find flagged trails here to vary for your level of fitness and definitely variations of trail length as well. One can also have the chance to watch lifelike wild flowers such as getting the special orchid, wildlife of the park includes beavers, moose etc Just do not miss the chance to canoe across the rivers and get the sensual experience of the flooded forest.
Tour Highlights:
- Nature Trails through Bogs
- Wildlife Spotting
- Canoeing on Flooded Rivers
3. Viljandi Heritage Walk
For more on the culture of Viljandimaa, take up a heritage trail in Viljandi. During this trip’s shows and performances you’ll learn a lot about the tradition the folk tales, songs and dances, and the crafts of the local people. Begin at the Traditional Music Center from which you will gain insight into the culture of Estonian music and also can participate various music workshops are held on the inside. Visit the pretty lake of Viljandi and Museum of Viljandi where there are plenty of pieces of relics at historical objects. Discover the depth of the people’s culture and let the soul of Viljandi inspires you to grasp the whole experience.
Tour Highlights:
- Traditional Music Center
- Lake Viljandi
- Viljandi Museum
4. Kondas Center Art Walk
The Kondas Center Art Walk in Viljandi is also of interest to visitors of culture and art, This unique museum which is set aside for Paul Kondas’s work characterizes him as Estonian artist and autodidact. It houses Kondas’s works, paintings and sculptures to show his folk influenced art and technique. Sedъt Terms Of Service sit. take a walk around the museums garden.see the kind of environment you get. You can also hike as short route which Kondas used to paint with scenick beauties of nature.
Tour Highlights:
- Kondas Center Museum
- Garden and Sculpture Path
- Nature Trails
5. Alatskivi Castle Gardens
Complete your tops-and-tails walk in Viljandimaa at the Eltskivi Castle Gardens. Another castle worth seeing is located near Lake Peipus and is identical but smaller and of the same style to Neuschwanstein castle On the other side of the castle, there are beautifully maintained landscape gardens, flower beds, an orchard and an elegant pond. Such activities involve walking around within the houses of the gardens or even having a picnic amidst the beautiful surroundings. Do not forget to visit the castle as well to learn more about the local nobility.
Tour Highlights:
- Alatskivi Castle
- Manicured Gardens
- Orchard and Pond
Conclusion
Hiking the sights of Viljandimaa county can as well be one of the best ways of getting to see the area from its natural, and historical point of view. Nowhere you can see either nature, art or history so beautifully like Viljandimaa that is so warm and friendly and just is excellent for taking a walk. Book a trip, put on your hiking boots and let us lead you through the thrilling magic and breathtaking landscapes that Viljandimaa region has to offer.
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