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Vikipalu offers protected natural surroundings, a river with a clearly defined exception to public use, and historical themes connected with the Battle of Kehra. These perspectives help you distinguish between nature, water, and history interests when planning your trip.
Vikipalu at a glance
- The Vikipalu metsise püsielupaik protected area is located in Vikipalu village.
- The Aavoja River is open to public use, except for the impoundment area 300 m upstream from the dam of the Aavoja Reservoir.
- Nearby, an RMK article dated 17 July 2018 describes the Mustjõe off-road driving area: 3 ha in a former sandstone quarry on the shore of the scenic Mustjõe quarry lake. Check the current operating rules before visiting.
- The Battle of Kehra on 4 January 1919 was the first successful offensive by an armoured train and a turning point in the Estonian War of Independence.
- The railway station near the Battle of Kehra monument was renamed Vikipalu in 1957; during the independence period, it was called Lahinguvälja.
What is the Mustjõe off-road driving area?
Near Vikipalu, the Mustjõe off-road driving area covers 3 ha in a former sandstone quarry on the shore of the scenic Mustjõe quarry lake. This places it as a limited area with a specific former use and a clearly identified setting. Since the current operating rules should be checked before visiting, confirm them as part of your planning.
How should the history of the Battle of Kehra be understood?
The Battle of Kehra on 4 January 1919 was the first successful offensive by an armoured train and is considered a turning point in the Estonian War of Independence. An armoured train is a train protected by armour; the term explains what made this offensive militarily distinctive. The date places the event in time, while calling it a turning point describes its significance over the course of the war.
Another historical layer is the sequence of names used for the railway station near the Battle of Kehra monument. During the independence period, the station was called Lahinguvälja; in 1957, it was renamed Vikipalu. The two years refer to different events: 1919 marks the battle, while 1957 marks the station’s later renaming.
Discover more destinations: Tabasalu, Tallinn, Kaberla, Charlottenhof, Hara, Padise, Tuhala, Saue.
FAQ
What exception applies to public use of the Aavoja?
The exception is the impoundment area 300 m upstream from the dam of the Aavoja Reservoir.
What should you check before visiting the Mustjõe off-road driving area?
The RMK article about it is dated 17 July 2018. Check the current operating rules before planning a visit.
What names has the railway station near the monument had?
During the independence period, it was called Lahinguvälja. In 1957, it was renamed Vikipalu.
For the broader travel overview: Harju.
