Kirimäe observation tower
Lääne County, Silma Nature Reserve
The tower is depreciated und closed!
Observation tower is located at the tip of the Kirimäe peninsula. From here opens a superb view on the Saunja Bay and the surrounding coastal meadows. In spring and autumn you can see thousands of aquatic birds stopping on the Bay during their migration. In summer the meadows are nesting areas for northern lapwings and other birds and also the natterjack toads.
| Phone | +372
506 2004 |
| info.nova@rmk.ee | |
| Type of object | Observation Tower |
| Parking facilities | A small parking space by the road |
| Amenities | Observation tower, 7m high |
| Additional information | Observation tower is 400 m from the parking space. Rubber boots are necessary. Before going on a nature walk please read the Environmental code of conduct (freedom to roam), rules of conduct and waste-sorting policy |
| Restrictions | Recreational fishing in Silma Nature Reserve is prohibited from 1 March
to 30 June. Motorised water traffic is prohibited. Cycling outside
designated roads and paths and motorised vehicle traffic and parking
outside designated roads and parking areas is prohibited in the nature
reserve. Camping and making campfire is allowed in designated places
only.
Information about restrictions can be obtained from the Environmental Board (+372 662 5999, info@keskkonnaamet.ee).
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| Location | Saunja village, Lääne-Nigula municipality, Lääne County |
| Driving directions | From Tallinn: Drive on to Keila. Drive from Keila towards Haapsalu on the Keila-Haapsalu road. From this road turn towards Linnamäe and drive 600 m. Turn left from the second possibility and drive for 1.3 km until you see the parking space. The observation tower is 400 m from the parking space. |
| Geographic coordinates | Long-Lat WGS 84 latitude: 58.965769 longitude: 23.661093 |
| L-EST 97 x: 6536352 y: 480503 |
