Jõesuu: Suspension Bridge and Route to Soomaa
Accommodation in Jõesuu
Jõesuu can be described by its suspension bridge and riverside landscape. If you are interested in cider and wine, a visit to Tori Siidritalu by prior arrangement offers insights into production and a tasting of farm products.
Quick facts about Jõesuu
The Jõesuu suspension bridge crosses the Pärnu, was built in 1975, and is located in the Soomaa National Park region. The name Jõesuu küla in Pärnumaa refers to the nearby confluence of the Navesti and the Pärnu. From Tori, the route goes via Võlli tee and then continues for 6 km along Jõesuu tee to the settlement of Jõesuu.
What regional features shape Jõesuu?
The suspension bridge is a clear landmark by the river: it crosses the Pärnu and is associated with the Soomaa National Park region. Its construction year, 1975, adds a specific historical reference to this geographical context.
The name Jõesuu küla in Pärnumaa also points to the riverside landscape: it refers to the nearby confluence where the Navesti flows into the Pärnu. The bridge and place name therefore point to different aspects of the same river landscape—a crossing over the Pärnu and a nearby tributary mouth.
The spinning competition in Tori-Jõesuu has been held since 1976. It adds another historical reference point to the bridge, built the previous year: this is a competition, not a structure. For visitors who also want to learn about local traditions, it offers another specific point of reference.
What can you experience at Tori Siidritalu?
The Siidrisalong is a reception room in the production building at Tori Siidritalu; it was completed in autumn 2018. During a visit to the farm, guests learn about cider and wine production and taste the farm’s products. Visitors are asked to arrange their visit in advance.
For groups visiting Soomaa, the Siidrisalong offers a place to rest with a glass of cider or a cup of coffee. Opening arrangements may change, so please arrange this stop in advance. This lets you distinguish in your planning between a visit with insights into production and a rest stop for Soomaa visitors.
How do you plan your route and accommodation?
From Tori, the route towards Soomaa first follows Võlli tee and then continues for 6 km along Jõesuu tee to the settlement of Jõesuu. This describes the route to the settlement and provides a specific reference point for the drive from Tori.
Another route distance concerns the RMK Soomaa Visitor Centre in Kõrtsi-Tõramaa: when travelling via the Kõpu-Jõesuu road, it is another 14.4 km from the junction before Jõesuu. The 6 km and 14.4 km distances have different reference points: the first ends at the settlement, while the second starts at the junction before Jõesuu.
Then compare the location of accommodation with your own travel plans.
Discover more destinations: Riisa.
FAQ
What can guests learn at Tori Siidritalu?
They learn about cider and wine production and taste farm products. Visitors are asked to arrange their visit in advance.
Where does the 14.4 km route to the RMK Visitor Centre start?
It starts at the junction on the Kõpu-Jõesuu road before Jõesuu and leads to the RMK Soomaa Visitor Centre in Kõrtsi-Tõramaa.
What does the name Jõesuu küla refer to?
It refers to the nearby confluence where the Navesti flows into the Pärnu.
To the main travel overview: Tori.
