The Top 5 Lakes in Tartu
Looking to visit the best lakes in Tartu? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Tartu’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 20, 2025
Pulga Campsite by the Elva River
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A wonderful camp site next to the river. If you are searching for a nice and remote place to camp, then this is it!
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Vaikne Lake
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This is a beautiful place to visit. Next to a camping site lies this remote lake, which offers the possibility for ice-fishing in winter or a swim during summer. Come here, relax and enjoy the lovely scenery.
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Peipus Lake Observation Tower
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The Peipus Sea (Estonian Peipsi-Pihkva järv, Russian Псковско-Чудское озеро or Чудско-Псковское озеро, Pskowsko-Chudskoe osero or Chudsko-Pskovskoye osero, "Pskov-and-Tschuden-See") is an inland waterway located between Estonia and Russia. At 3,555 km², …
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Trepimäe Recreation Area
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There are next to some play equipment also a simple toilet there. When it rains the place offers a large roof for sheltering.
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View of Lake Võrtsjärv
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At this point you have access to the lake via a wooden staircase. Otherwise, the lake can usually only be seen from afar.
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