Educational Hike in Poruni Ancient Forest

📅 August 30 at 11:00 AM 📍 Meeting point: Kuningaküla harbour (450 m before the Punamäe cordon) ⏱ Duration: ~6 hours

Come and discover one of the most primeval places in Alutaguse National Park – the Poruni ancient forest.

Poruni features species-rich floodplain and broad-leaved natural forests, characterized by very old and thick trees, dying and dried trunks, and snags, alternating with clearings where young trees get the chance to reach for the light. The fallen trees and decaying wood lying on the forest floor provide habitats for species you won't see in a commercial forest. Poruni is home to one of Estonia's most magnificent natural linden forests, where giant lindens, old spruces, aspens, ashes, and black alders inadvertently leave the impression of a primeval forest.

On the trails of Poruni, you can simultaneously feel the mighty power of both wild nature and ancient heroes – Kalevipoeg and Dobrynya.

During the hike, we will move along trails with a strong atmosphere of an ancient forest and reach the Narva River, which offers a great view of the border river and the neighboring country on the opposite bank.

Hike Route Poruni ancient forest study trail – Poruni hiking trail – Narva River bank – Punamäe cordon

Topics covered on the hike

• moving in the forest and safety

• forest species diversity and biota

• the formation and importance of the Narva River

• World War II defensive structures

Difficulty Level Medium

• distance covered approx. 8–9 km

• suitable for children aged 12 and up (or athletic 10-year-olds)

Price

• 10 € single ticket

• 15 € family ticket (1 adult and 1 child) The actual cost of the hike for a participant is 60 €, but thanks to the State Shared Service Centre's support measure "Support for regional initiatives for a just transition", the participation fee is reduced.

Clothing Wear:

• athletic and comfortable clothes

• layered clothing according to the weather

• preferably long sleeves and pants for protection against the sun and the forest Footwear:

• athletic and comfortable shoes

Bring along

• raincoat

• drinking water

• lunch and a drink

📧 Additional info: alutaguse@matkaklubi.ee