{"id":898,"date":"2026-05-03T16:44:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-03T16:44:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southestonia.ee\/what-to-do-in-torva\/"},"modified":"2026-05-07T11:09:41","modified_gmt":"2026-05-07T11:09:41","slug":"what-to-do-in-torva","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southestonia.ee\/en\/what-to-do-in-torva\/","title":{"rendered":"What to do in T\u00f5rva?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>T\u00f5rva is the pride of Estonia&#8217;s small towns and the official summer resort of Mulgimaa, where its 1937 resort-town status, the highest jump tower in the Baltic states and the world-famous Barclay de Tolly mausoleum create one of South Estonia&#8217;s most surprising discovery destinations. The question of what to do in T\u00f5rva is well justified, because this heart of Mulgimaa offers an incredible amount \u2013 from the famous T\u00f5rva Night of Lights to the Helme caves, from four lakes within the town boundaries to the fairytale-like park of Taagepera Castle. T\u00f5rva is a town where Mulgi culture meets contemporary architecture and where this 4-lake town has regained the splendour befitting its 1937 resort status.<\/p>\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Sisukord<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/southestonia.ee\/en\/what-to-do-in-torva\/#What_are_the_most_important_sights_in_Torva\" >What are the most important sights in T\u00f5rva?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/southestonia.ee\/en\/what-to-do-in-torva\/#How_to_discover_Torvas_four_lakes\" >How to discover T\u00f5rva&#8217;s four lakes?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/southestonia.ee\/en\/what-to-do-in-torva\/#What_are_the_sights_around_Torva\" >What are the sights around T\u00f5rva?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/southestonia.ee\/en\/what-to-do-in-torva\/#What_is_Torvas_food_culture_like\" >What is T\u00f5rva&#8217;s food culture like?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/southestonia.ee\/en\/what-to-do-in-torva\/#How_to_spend_time_in_Torva_with_children\" >How to spend time in T\u00f5rva with children?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/southestonia.ee\/en\/what-to-do-in-torva\/#What_does_Torva_nature_offer\" >What does T\u00f5rva nature offer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/southestonia.ee\/en\/what-to-do-in-torva\/#When_is_the_best_time_to_visit_Torva\" >When is the best time to visit T\u00f5rva?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/southestonia.ee\/en\/what-to-do-in-torva\/#Practical_tips_for_a_trip_to_Torva\" >Practical tips for a trip to T\u00f5rva<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/southestonia.ee\/en\/what-to-do-in-torva\/#Torva_is_the_most_surprising_discovery_of_Mulgimaa\" >T\u00f5rva is the most surprising discovery of Mulgimaa<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_most_important_sights_in_Torva\"><\/span>What are the most important sights in T\u00f5rva?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>T\u00f5rva&#8217;s central square is the iconic heart of the town \u2013 an area of nearly 13,000 square metres stretches from the historic inn building to the town hall. Most of the square is reserved for pedestrians and activity zones; 5,000 square metres are landscaped and nearly 2,000 trees and shrubs have been planted. The authors of the central square \u2013 Mari Rass, Ott Alver, Alvin J\u00e4rving and Illimar Klammer \u2013 won the EV100 architecture competition in 2018 with the concept design &#8216;Mulgi Resort&#8217;. For the past three summers, an impressive park of sand sculptures has graced the square; one of the best-known works was a five-metre sculpture of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as part of New York&#8217;s Statue of Liberty.<\/p>\n\n<p>The Emapuu (Mother Tree) sculpture in the heart of T\u00f5rva symbolises the soul of Mulgimaa through art, nature and cultural identity. The T\u00f5rva Lion Tower \u2013 the jump tower on the shore of Lake Vanam\u00f5isa \u2013 is the highest jump tower in the Baltic states (around 11 metres) and the town&#8217;s most popular summer attraction. T\u00f5rva&#8217;s church-chamber hall is a gem in its own right, where the acoustics turn concert listening into a special experience. The Helme-T\u00f5rva Apostolic-Orthodox Church of the Nativity of Christ on Valga Street was built in 1903\u20131904 under the supervision of Karl \u0160urin and, with two domes and a bell tower, was one of the most important churches in the entire Viljandi Apostolic-Orthodox deanery.<\/p>\n\n<p>The War of Independence Memorial in the park of T\u00f5rva Gymnasium was erected in 1928 to a design by Aleksander Eller in memory of those who fell in the War of Independence. Destroyed by local communist authorities in 1940, the monument was re-inaugurated in later years. T\u00f5rva&#8217;s Koit cinema was opened on 1 September 1953 and showed films continuously until 2004 \u2013 since 2019 the cinema has been digitised and shows the latest films at weekends.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_discover_Torvas_four_lakes\"><\/span>How to discover T\u00f5rva&#8217;s four lakes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>T\u00f5rva is a town unique in Estonia with four lakes within its boundaries \u2013 Vanam\u00f5isa, Riiska, Veskij\u00e4rv and the Pokardi reservoir form an internal water system that is the basis of the town\u2019s resort status. Lake Vanam\u00f5isa lies on the edge of the town along the T\u00f5rva\u2013Pikasilla road and is the most popular bathing spot. The lake covers about 2 hectares and reaches a depth of 10.5 metres. The main attraction is the highest jump tower in Estonia, around 11 metres high.<\/p>\n\n<p>Lake Riiska is on the south-eastern edge of T\u00f5rva along Valga road \u2013 with low banks, a sandy bottom and green springs, the lake reaches a depth of 12.5 metres. Along the lake there is a beautiful sandy beach with changing cabins, toilets, volleyball courts and a swimming jetty. On Tuesdays in summer, beach volleyball competitions are held there. Veskij\u00e4rv in the centre of town is at the heart of the T\u00f5rva Fire Days climax \u2013 the Night of Lights light-art and music trail.<\/p>\n\n<p>T\u00f5rva&#8217;s health trail lies in the park forest surrounding Lake Vanam\u00f5isa, running along historic park paths and forest trails. The trail connects the T\u00f5rva Gymnasium building, T\u00f5rva Veem\u00f5nula, the Vanam\u00f5isa beach area and the school stadium complex. In 2017 the T\u00f5rva health trails were named Estonia&#8217;s best leisure-sports facility. In winter visitors can enjoy maintained and lit cross-country skiing trails next to T\u00f5rva Veem\u00f5nula. A map of the 11-kilometre hiking loop is available in Google Maps.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_sights_around_Torva\"><\/span>What are the sights around T\u00f5rva?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>The Barclay de Tolly mausoleum in J\u00f5geveste is the only mausoleum in Estonia and lies less than 10 kilometres from T\u00f5rva \u2013 the remains of the famous military commander Barclay de Tolly rest here. The Russian commander, from a Baltic aristocratic family with Scottish roots, played an important role in the Napoleonic wars in 1812\u20131814. The Barclay de Tolly name has been linked to J\u00f5geveste since 1791, when he married Helene Auguste Eleanore von Smitten and became the owner of the J\u00f5geveste manor. The mausoleum is part of 21 South Estonian sites marked with the yellow National Geographic window.<\/p>\n\n<p>The ruins of Helme Order Castle stand on a steep slope along the P\u00e4rnu\u2013Valga road and were probably built in the first half of the 14th century. Tall fieldstone walls with window openings have been preserved \u2013 legend tells of an innocent maiden walled into the castle to strengthen it. Over the years Germans, Russians, Lithuanians and Swedes ruled in the fortress, the latter destroying it in 1658. The Helme caves are located in the same-named manor park, north of the castle ruins, and are a unique sight of their kind in Estonia \u2013 walls of white Burtnieki sandstone reach up to 3 metres high.<\/p>\n\n<p>The Mulgi Experience Centre opened in 2023 in the former Sooglem\u00e4e farm complex in Mulgimaa, about a 15-minute drive from T\u00f5rva. The centre is a landmark of the Mulgi region and a carrier of its identity \u2013 an architectural attraction, museum, event venue and information &amp; sales centre for Mulgi-area products and services. Exhibitions and events open the door to the nature of the Mulgi people and their cultural heritage \u2013 here you can sense the famous resourcefulness, stubbornness and wisdom of the Mulgi. Taagepera Castle is a fairytale Art Nouveau castle now home to the Wagenk\u00fcll hotel and castle spa with an \u00e0 la carte restaurant.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/southestonia.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/mida-teha-torvas-1024x683.png\" alt=\"things to do in t&#xF5;rva\" class=\"wp-image-856\" srcset=\"https:\/\/southestonia.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/mida-teha-torvas-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/southestonia.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/mida-teha-torvas-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/southestonia.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/mida-teha-torvas-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/southestonia.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/mida-teha-torvas-600x400.png 600w, https:\/\/southestonia.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/mida-teha-torvas.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Torvas_food_culture_like\"><\/span>What is T\u00f5rva&#8217;s food culture like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>T\u00f5rva&#8217;s food scene has developed considerably over the past decade, combining the traditional Estonian Mulgi cuisine heritage with contemporary influences. Mulgi cuisine is a category of its own \u2013 mulgipuder (potato and barley porridge with bacon and onion), mulgikapsad (sauerkraut with barley or buckwheat) and mulgik\u00e4kid are classics that can be experienced in local restaurants and at the Mulgi Experience Centre.<\/p>\n\n<p>Restaurant Malmizza near T\u00f5rva&#8217;s central square is the star of the town&#8217;s gourmet scene \u2013 Peninuki gin tastings have become a local tradition. Pub Juudas is T\u00f5rva&#8217;s most distinctive eatery, hosting music quizzes, concerts and T\u00f5rva Dokfest special programmes. In summer the park and central square host several fairs and food festivals where you can sample fresh local produce.<\/p>\n\n<p>Udum\u00e4e holiday farm between T\u00f5rva and Helme in Kirikuk\u00fcla is a dining experience in its own right \u2013 it offers Mulgi cuisine and a menu based on local produce. For larger events there is a grill house that fits 150 people. Surrounding farms and organic producers are part of the T\u00f5rva area&#8217;s food scene \u2013 here you can try genuine Estonian farm food rarely found in Tallinn restaurants.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_spend_time_in_Torva_with_children\"><\/span>How to spend time in T\u00f5rva with children?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>T\u00f5rva is one of Estonia&#8217;s best destinations for children \u2013 four lakes, a health trail, a jump tower and numerous family-friendly activities make it a worthy destination for more than just a day visit. T\u00f5rva Veem\u00f5nula is South Estonia&#8217;s newest water and sauna centre, offering four different saunas (low-temperature steam sauna 50\u201355 \u00b0C, high-temperature steam sauna 80\u201385 \u00b0C, salt sauna 45\u201350 \u00b0C and sanarium 50\u201355 \u00b0C), a 25-metre three-lane swimming pool and a large children&#8217;s and family pool.<\/p>\n\n<p>Kaasiku Farm Zoo in Hummuli, T\u00f5rva parish, is a unique experience for children \u2013 more than 100 animals from 30 different species, including exotic animals such as the fennec fox Dodo, the green iguana Sairos, a white-eared marmoset, chameleons and the bearded dragon Hans. Food cups for feeding the animals can be bought on site (\u20ac2). The T\u00f5rva disc-golf park with 18 baskets begins by T\u00f5rva Gymnasium and runs mainly along forest paths \u2013 free parking at the school.<\/p>\n\n<p>The T\u00f5rva extreme-sports field, i.e. the skatepark, offers year-round activity for young people \u2013 the attractions were designed and built by Mario Kalmre, the world-renowned organiser of Simpel Session. The jump tower at Lake Vanam\u00f5isa is an exciting challenge for children (parental supervision recommended), while the sandy beach of Lake Riiska offers safe swimming and a volleyball court. At the K\u00e4re battlefields, militarily inclined children can experience the atmosphere of the 1944 battles.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_Torva_nature_offer\"><\/span>What does T\u00f5rva nature offer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>T\u00f5rva parish is rich in protected parks \u2013 about half of the parish territory is covered by forest. Keisripalu forest, Orjakivi, Tikste primeval valley, the Tikste and Pokardi reservoirs and the Tikste stream with its sandstone outcrop and eye-spring offer varied nature experiences. Tantsum\u00e4gi and Linnam\u00e4gi are historically significant hills around T\u00f5rva.<\/p>\n\n<p>The \u00d5hne river flows through the town and offers excellent water-hiking opportunities. At the \u00d5hne reservoir in Taagepera, canoes, kayaks, sit-on-tops and rafts are available for hire. The river suits both beginners and experienced paddlers \u2013 the goal is to enjoy the trip rather than time trials. The quiet bends of the \u00d5hne and its beautiful nature make it ideal for a day-long water hike in summer.<\/p>\n\n<p>The Taagepera hiking trail is 5.4 kilometres long, starting and ending at the Taagepera campfire site (where camping is permitted). The trail runs partly along the bank of the \u00d5hne river and can also be walked as smaller loops (1.6 km and 4.0 km). The main sights are Taagepera Castle and its park, the Taagepera church and cemetery, the barons&#8217; family cemetery and the legendary &#8216;Kissing Stone&#8217;. Bog-walking from the moss to a bog island with bog-shoes is a unique experience that gives access to places impassable in regular hiking boots.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_the_best_time_to_visit_Torva\"><\/span>When is the best time to visit T\u00f5rva?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>T\u00f5rva is a year-round destination, but each season has its own character. Summer (June\u2013August) is the resort town&#8217;s golden time \u2013 the four lakes open their beaches, the jump tower at Lake Vanam\u00f5isa is in active use, and concerts and festivals fill the central square. At the end of July the T\u00f5rva Fire Days take place \u2013 a legendary multi-day event that culminates in the T\u00f5rva Night of Lights. On the winding light-art and music trail around Lake Veski you can see unique light installations and listen to magical sound works. The event attracts about 10,000 visitors.<\/p>\n\n<p>Autumn (September\u2013October) brings a colourful blanket of leaves to South Estonia&#8217;s forests \u2013 the Taagepera trail, the \u00d5hne river and the Helme caves are especially photogenic. Winter (December\u2013March) offers maintained and lit cross-country skiing tracks at T\u00f5rva Veem\u00f5nula. Wagenk\u00fcll Winter Wonderland awaits in the park of Taagepera Castle \u2013 a unique light festival with impressive installations. T\u00f5rva Veem\u00f5nula and the saunas make a winter visit pleasant even in cold weather.<\/p>\n\n<p>Spring (April\u2013May) is a quieter time, but nature awakens and trails become passable again. Water hikes on the \u00d5hne river start at the end of May. It is worth checking the calendar in advance for major events such as the T\u00f5rva Fire Days, the European Sauna Marathon (held between Otep\u00e4\u00e4 and T\u00f5rva) and various cultural events.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_tips_for_a_trip_to_Torva\"><\/span>Practical tips for a trip to T\u00f5rva<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>T\u00f5rva is in South Estonia, in historic Mulgimaa, only 30 kilometres from Valga (and the Latvian border) and about an hour&#8217;s drive from Tartu. The bus connection from Tallinn to T\u00f5rva takes about 3.5 hours and from Tartu 1.5 hours. A car is the most flexible mode of transport, especially if you plan to visit nearby sights such as the Helme caves, Taagepera Castle or the Mulgi Experience Centre.<\/p>\n\n<p>For getting around within T\u00f5rva, walking is enough \u2013 the main sights, lakes and health trail fit compactly within the town&#8217;s boundaries. By bicycle you can comfortably explore both the town and surrounding loop routes. Several places offer accommodation \u2013 Taagepera Castle (the Wagenk\u00fcll hotel and castle spa) is the grandest choice, while the Greete motel is Estonia&#8217;s most unique and largest log house, where no room is rectangular. Udum\u00e4e holiday farm offers a 4-spot caravan park and camping option.<\/p>\n\n<p>T\u00f5rva tourism information is available via visittorva.ee and local cultural centres regularly organise events. T\u00f5rva is a safe small town and suits all ages and interests. The Mulgimaa Experience Centre, the T\u00f5rva Fire Days and the surrounding historic places make T\u00f5rva a destination that offers far more than first appearances suggest \u2013 here you can combine nature, culture, history and family-friendly activities on a single trip.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Torva_is_the_most_surprising_discovery_of_Mulgimaa\"><\/span>T\u00f5rva is the most surprising discovery of Mulgimaa<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>T\u00f5rva is a town that exceeds expectations on every level. The question &#8216;what to do in T\u00f5rva?&#8217; has surprisingly many answers \u2013 from the four lakes of the historic resort and the highest jump tower in the Baltic states to the T\u00f5rva Fire Days, from the Barclay de Tolly mausoleum to the Helme caves, from the Mulgi Experience Centre to the fairytale atmosphere of Taagepera Castle. T\u00f5rva is one of South Estonia&#8217;s best value offerings \u2013 a unique resort town with four lakes, where Mulgi culture meets contemporary architecture and where the small-town scale conceals a surprisingly rich experience. 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