Monday, 5 March 2012

What to do in Otepää in winter?

My new hometown Otepää is called the winter capital of Estonia. And for a good reason.

Even though this idyllic village (well, we actually have been a town for over 70 years) is small – only a little over 2,000 people live here – it is well prepared to cater for every need of a winter tourist.

There are both cross-country and downhill skiing stadiums with several hills and a multitude of fantastic skiing tracks.

March is just about the best time to ski here. The sky is bright blue and the snow is so white and inviting.

Instead of explaining any more, I present you some photos taken yesterday. Should you be interested to visit South Estonia and Otepää with its magnificent scenery, do give us a call or send an email. You'll find all the necessary contact details of our B&B, Villa Ottilia, on our home page: http://www.villaottilia.ee/


Kuutsemäe is one of the two downhill skiing centres of Otepää

A girl coming down the hill

This is how it's done in style


There is plenty of room for everyone


The scenery in winter is like taken from a fairytale

Indeed, the landscape of South Estonia  is something extra special

Cross-country skiing is also very popular

Skiing is a form of meditation in motion


Väike Munamägi is another place for downhill skiing. The hill is short but steep.


The best part of Otepää winter fun is that there are no queues, no crowds. You can enjoy your holiday in peace and quiet.

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