Kiidjarv–Taevaskoja Trail weather today

20.1°C Overcast
Wind 1.63 m/s
Precipitation (24h)
Precipitation (12h forecast) 1.8 mm
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Ahja jõe ürgorg · 11.8 km · moderate

Current conditions

Wind
Wind1.63 m/s
Gusts m/s
Direction174° South
Precipitation
Dry
next 6 h: 1.3 mm
UV index
0.0 Low
max today: 4.2
Waning gibbous
Illumination94%
Next full moon27 days
Pressure
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Sun
05:04 21:32
Day length: 16 h 28 min

Trail data

Length
11.8 km
Difficulty
moderate
Terrain
sandstone valley, riverside pine forest, small lake
Infrastructure
hiking trail information boards parking
Region
Ahja jõe ürgorg
Coordinates
58,2120° N, 27,0220° E
Lake Kiidjärve is an artificial lake created by the mining of Devonian sandstone, and its clear water has become a popular swimming spot. The trail passes the site where the sandstone quarry ceased operation in the 1930s.

The Kiidjarv–Taevaskoja Trail is the longest scenic one-way trail in the Ahja valley, connecting Lake Kiidjärve with the Taevaskoja cliffs. Its 11.8 km pass through alternating sandstone and pine-forest habitats.

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7-day forecast on the trail

26° 18° 3.5 m/s 0.2 mm
23° 16° 4.7 m/s 1.6 mm
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25° 14° 3.5 m/s 4.7 mm
22° 18° 3.8 m/s 0.4 mm
13° 13° 3.4 m/s 0.4 mm

Long-term climate

Month Avg °C Avg high °C Avg low °C Precip mm
Jan -4.6 -2.6 -6.8 40.3
Feb -5.0 -2.4 -7.7 39.5
Mar -1.2 2.4 -4.6 35.6
Apr 5.5 9.9 1.0 42.2
May 11.3 15.6 6.3 60.1
Jun 16.0 19.9 11.4 85.9
Jul 18.4 22.1 14.1 71.7
Aug 17.1 20.8 13.2 81.2
Sep 12.1 15.5 8.9 54.9
Oct 6.3 8.8 3.9 61.3
Nov 1.3 3.1 -0.5 55.7
Dec -2.7 -0.9 -4.7 43.6

Frequently asked questions

How long is Kiidjarv–Taevaskoja Trail?

The trail is 11.8 km long. It is marked with RMK signs.

What is the difficulty?

The difficulty is moderate. The trail needs suitable footwear and care on the terrain.

When is the best time to hike?

The best hiking season is May to September. The warmest month, July, averages 18.4°C; in spring and autumn the lower sections can be wet.

Is the trail open year-round?

Kiidjarv–Taevaskoja Trail is open year-round. In winter the trail may be snowy or icy.

Is the trail suitable for families with children?

Kiidjarv–Taevaskoja Trail requires some hiking experience. With small children, choose a shorter alternative route.

Where is parking?

There is a car park at the start of the trail. Find exact directions on the RMK website.

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