Section 26. Varnja‒Alatskivi. Peipsimaa Region.

Photo gallery. Tel: +372 58050201.

The museum exhibits traditional clothing, household items, handicrafts, tools, photographs, books and more of Old Believers. Tel: +372 56623980.

In the museum of Chicory, you can get acquainted with the history of chicory cultivation in row villages near Lake Peipus and see the tools related to chicory cultivation. Tel: +372 55639398.

The host is happy to welcome guests, show onion cultivation and offer wonderful pies. Tel: +372 53588555.

Nina Church has been recognized as a cultural monument since 1997.

The exposition of the museum gives a good overview of the life and work of Eduard Tubin, one of the best-known composers of Estonia. Tel: +372 5286598.

The Nature Centre is located in the manor house built in the late 19th century. Located in the Alatskivi landscape reserve. Tel: +372 55511061.

The castle was built by the landlord Arved von Nolcken in 1880-1885. Tel: +372 5286598.

During this workshop exploring the tea culture of the Lake Peipsi region, we will learn about the tea drinking customs of the Old Believers and learn about Ivan Chai (fireweed tea), how it is made, and the role it has played in Peipsiveere villages.

The workshop takes place at the Varnja Samovar House, which is located in a traditional Old Believer dwelling. There, you can take a closer look at the use of samovars in households around Lake Peipsi, learn about their history, and enjoy tea with the Old Believers' traditional boiled sugar.

Depending on the season, participants can also try making Ivan Chai themselves. In the summer, this is done together with the hostess of Mesi Tare, who guides you through the entire process from picking the plant to drying it. During the autumn-winter period, the focus is on Ivan Chai's history and use, discussing its medicinal properties, traditional tea culture, and tasting a variety of tea flavors.

Visit us with a group or team for the Peipsiveere tea culture workshop!

How many bees are needed to make one kilo of honey? Does honey always taste the same? How do bees communicate with each other, and how fast do bees fly? How many flowers does a bee visit during a foraging flight?

Your questions will be answered at the unique Mesi Tare honey workshop on the Onion Route. We will taste honey and learn how to distinguish between fake honey and real honey!

We will discuss how each of us can help protect bees and what threats they face.

We will also drink a nice cup of tea, as is the custom of the Old Believers, and explore the impressive samovar collection at the Samovar House.

Come and have a treat with your friends and family!

Alatskivi Ceramics is a unique space where history and Estonian craftsmanship converge – it is situated in the vaulted basement of Alatskivi Castle, where the manor's servants once resided. Now a talented ceramics master works there, creating unique, high-quality handmade clay products on-site – bowls, cups, jugs, and other beautiful everyday ceramics that make lovely gifts!

Visitors can purchase and admire these unique items in the shop and also try their hand at working with clay – the workshops are suitable for adults and are especially popular with children.

You can also visit the castle, the Eduard Tubina Museum, the Alatskivi Castle Horse Stable Exhibition, and the restaurant!