Oandu–Võsu Hiking Trail

Lahemaa rahvuspark · 25.0 km · hard

25.1°C

on the trail

Wind 1.82 m/s Northwest

Precipitation (24h) –

Precipitation (12h forecast) 1.3 mm

Trail data

Length: 25.0 km
Difficulty: hard
Terrain: old-growth forest, valley landscape, coastal forest, riverbank
Infrastructure: hiking trail camping site campfire site parking
Region: Lahemaa rahvuspark
Coordinates: 59,4760° N, 26,1910° E

The trail passes through all three of Lahemaa's main ecotypes — old-growth forest, valley landscape, and coastal forest — in a single day's walk. Finding such diversity along one trail is rare in Estonia.

The Oandu–Võsu Hiking Trail is the longest connecting trail in Lahemaa, leading from the heart of old-growth spruce forests to the coastal village of Võsu. The one-way 25 km route crosses several streams and winds through varied terrain.

The section from Oandu toward Palmse is a mix of forest tracks and natural woodland. The coastal stretch ends on the sandy beach at Võsu.

Seasonal access

Winter hiking requires navigation skills — the trail is not marked on every section.

5-day forecast on the trail

Mon 🌦 24° 17° 3.0 m/s 1.3 mm

Tue ☁ 25° 16° 4.5 m/s 0 mm

Wed ☁ 26° 13° 4.1 m/s 0 mm

Thu 🌧 18° 14° 6.5 m/s 24.2 mm

Fri 🌦 21° 13° 5.7 m/s 1.2 mm

Long-term climate

Month	Avg °C	Avg high °C	Avg low °C	Precip mm
Jan	-4.0	-2.2	-5.9	41.7
Feb	-4.7	-2.5	-6.9	38.4
Mar	-1.7	1.2	-4.4	33.9
Apr	4.2	7.8	0.6	38.1
May	9.8	13.5	5.8	50.5
Jun	14.6	18.0	10.8	82.1
Jul	17.7	21.0	14.3	72.2
Aug	16.7	19.9	13.7	78.7
Sep	12.1	14.9	9.7	59.1
Oct	6.4	8.5	4.5	66.4
Nov	1.7	3.2	0.2	55.9
Dec	-2.0	-0.4	-3.7	46.4

Frequently asked questions

How long is Oandu–Võsu Hiking Trail?

The trail is 25.0 km long. It is marked with RMK signs.

What is the difficulty?

The difficulty is hard. 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 17.7°C; in spring and autumn the lower sections can be wet.

Is the trail open year-round?

Winter hiking requires navigation skills — the trail is not marked on every section.

Is the trail suitable for families with children?

Oandu–Võsu Hiking 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.