Viru Bog Trail

Lahemaa rahvuspark · 3.5 km · easy

22.8°C

on the trail

Wind 1.28 m/s Northwest

Precipitation (24h) –

Precipitation (12h forecast) 1.1 mm

Trail data

Length: 3.5 km
Difficulty: easy
Terrain: raised bog, boardwalk, pine bog, open bog expanse
Infrastructure: boardwalk nature trail information boards parking
Region: Lahemaa rahvuspark
Coordinates: 59,5120° N, 25,6130° E

Viru Bog is a raised bog roughly 10,000 years old, where the peat reaches up to 7 metres thick in places. The wooden boardwalk floats above the peat surface and runs across the open bog expanse, from where the Lahemaa coastline is visible in fine weather.

The Viru Bog Trail takes visitors into the heart of one of Estonia's most beautiful raised bogs. Information boards along the loop trail explain how the bog formed, the rich diversity of peat mosses, and the origin of the bog pools. The trail is the most popular hiking destination in Lahemaa National Park.

The boardwalk is 1.2 m wide and lifts walkers above the peat surface, so the trail is comfortable to follow even after rainy weather. The open bog expanse is exposed to the wind — in autumn, when the weather changes abruptly, the temperature can drop by 8–10 degrees within a few hours.

Seasonal access

The trail is passable year-round. In winter the snow gives the bog an atmospheric look, but the boardwalk can be slippery. During the spring thaw some of the planks along the boardwalk are wet.

5-day forecast on the trail

Mon 🌧 24° 17° 2.8 m/s 1.1 mm

Tue ⛅ 25° 16° 3.8 m/s 0 mm

Wed ☁ 27° 15° 3.5 m/s 0 mm

Thu ⛈ 19° 14° 5.8 m/s 29.7 mm

Fri ⛈ 22° 13° 4.8 m/s 4.2 mm

Long-term climate

Month	Avg °C	Avg high °C	Avg low °C	Precip mm
Jan	-3.8	-2.0	-5.7	42.7
Feb	-4.4	-2.3	-6.7	39.1
Mar	-1.4	1.3	-4.2	33.6
Apr	4.3	7.9	0.8	37.9
May	9.9	13.6	5.9	47.6
Jun	14.7	18.1	11.0	74.6
Jul	17.9	21.1	14.5	71.6
Aug	17.0	20.1	14.0	80.4
Sep	12.4	15.1	9.9	59.6
Oct	6.7	8.7	4.8	66.9
Nov	2.1	3.5	0.5	54.7
Dec	-1.7	-0.1	-3.5	48.6

Frequently asked questions

How long is Viru Bog Trail?

The trail is 3.5 km long. It is marked with RMK signs.

What is the difficulty?

The difficulty is easy. A boardwalk eases the harder sections.

When is the best time to hike?

The best hiking season is May to September. The warmest month, July, averages 17.9°C; in spring and autumn the lower sections can be wet.

Is the trail open year-round?

The trail is passable year-round.

Is the trail suitable for families with children?

Viru Bog Trail suits families with children: the trail is short and the terrain easy.

Where is parking?

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