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Part of the Otepää recreational region with an area of 2,859 km². Trails along the lake provide access to the banks and picnic areas. It is possible to rent a boat to reach the islands on the lake, which are uninhabited. In winter, the frozen lake allows for ice skating or cross-country skiing, depending on snow conditions.
Pühajärv is a lake in Estonia. It is located in the village of Pühajärve in Otepää Parish, Valga County. The Väike Emajõgi River flows out of the lake.
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Depending on the conditions, the lake Pühajärv is sometimes frozen but not covered with snow. It is then possible to rent skates on the shore. Bypassing the building that houses the spa hotel north of the lake you will find a weight room that also rents cross-country skis and lake skates.
Energiasammas
In 1992, this wooden pillar of positive energy fields was erected. Location and seats were chosen with greatest sensibility. In 1993, the pillar was decorated by participants of the Worldwide Smiths Day. It is believed that when you stand in the right place and afterwards touch it, it will give you a great shot of energy and good health.
Otepää looduspark
Hike along the paths of the park.
Talispordimuuseum
A small museum on the history of performances of Estonian athletes in winter sports.