Lit health trails running on both banks of the Pirita River between Kloostrimetsa and Lükati roads, through the Pirita River Valley Nature Reserve with old pines, a suspension bridge and former peat-cutting areas.
Lit health trails running on both banks of the Pirita River between Kloostrimetsa and Lükati roads, through the Pirita River Valley Nature Reserve with old pines, a suspension bridge and former peat-cutting areas.
| Distance | 7.2 km circuit (left bank 3.8 km, right bank 3.4 km) |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1.5-2 hours |
| Difficulty | easy |
| Trailhead | Tallinn city bus to Kloostrimetsa or Pirita from the centre using a Tallinn public transport ticket; check the live route on transport.tallinn.ee |
| Best season | All year; the trails are lit, so winter evenings are usable |
| Address | Kloostrimetsa tee, Pirita, 12013 Tallinn, Estonia |
Trail facts
- Trail area
- Pirita district, Tallinn
What to bring
- Trail shoes
- Tick protection in summer
- Water
Location
Kloostrimetsa tee, Pirita, 12013 Tallinn, Estonia
59.4640, 24.8380 View on map
Highlights
- Suspension bridge over the Pirita River
- Old pine forest in the river valley
- Lit trails for winter walking
- Close to Tallinn Botanic Garden and TV Tower
Tips for visiting
- Ticks are active from April to October across all forest and bog trails near Tallinn; tick-borne encephalitis and Lyme disease occur in Estonia, so wear long trousers, check skin afterwards and consider TBE vaccination well before travel.
When to visit
The trails are open all year and lit, so winter evenings are usable. Summer brings ticks, while autumn and spring offer quieter walking in the river valley.
Accessibility
The terrain is gently rolling forest trail with a suspension bridge crossing; no section is confirmed as wheelchair- or stroller-friendly, so visitors with limited mobility should check conditions locally.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the Pirita health trail circuit?
The full circuit is 7.2 km, made up of a left-bank trail of 3.8 km and a right-bank trail of 3.4 km. It takes roughly 1.5 to 2 hours.
Are the trails lit at night?
Yes. The Pirita health trails are lit, which makes them usable on winter evenings.
How do visitors get there from central Tallinn?
City buses run to Kloostrimetsa or Pirita from the centre on a standard Tallinn public transport ticket. Live routes are on transport.tallinn.ee.
What are the main sights along the route?
The route passes old pines, a suspension bridge over the Pirita River and former peat-cutting areas inside the Pirita River Valley Nature Reserve.