Suitsu rest stop
Pärnu County, Matsalu National Park
On the right bank of the Suitsu River you can see both old and restored boatsheds, which were and still are used to store the necessary fishing equipment. At the sheds both the local fishermen and the tour boats of visitors of the national park depart to the river. A path leads from the recreation site to the observation tower and a hiking trail.
| Phone |
+372 513 8783 |
| info.matsalu@rmk.ee | |
| Type of object | Rest Stop |
| Parking facilities | Gravel parking area |
| Amenities | Picnic table at the parking area, another one near the Suitsu observation tower. A waste bag holder near both tables. Next to the parking area there is a dry toilet and information board introducing the area. |
| Hiking options |
Suitsu hiking trail |
| Sights | Matsalu forest, flood meadow, reed beds, Suitsu River, old boathuts, Suitsu observation tower, Suitsu hiking trail |
| Additional information |
Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct (freedom to roam), rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy
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| Restrictions |
Matsalu National Park, limited management zone. Before your visit, please get acquainted with valid nature conservation rules of Matsalu National Park.
Information about restrictions can be obtained from the Environmental Board (+372 680 7438, info@keskkonnaamet.ee).
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| Location | Kirikuküla village, Lääneranna municipality, Pärnu County Object no 6 on the national park map |
| Driving directions | Drive 43 km from Risti to Virtsu (road no 10), turn right towards Penijõe (road no. 16193). Drive 1 km and turn left towards Kirikuküla village (at the sign of 5.5 km to Suitsu observation tower, road no 16194). Drive along the gravel road to the parking space on the bank of the Suitsu River. A 300 m long surface road takes you to the Suitsu observation tower. |
| Geographic coordinates | Long-Lat WGS 84 latitude: 58.722116 longitude: 23.748424 |
| L-EST 97 x: 6509145 y: 485510 |
