Abula – Nature, Coast and Culture
Accommodation in Abula
Abula combines an 11.2 km study trail with coastal landscapes, protected habitats and traces of cultural history. For planning your trip, the Abula-Kalasma Trail is of particular interest: it leads through the Koorunõmme Nature Reserve and connects different sections along Tagalaht Bay with a coastal forest.
Key facts about Abula
The Abula-Kalasma study trail is 11.2 km long. About half of the trail runs along the eastern coast of Tagalaht Bay, while the other half passes through a coastal forest. The trail lies within the Koorunõmme Nature Reserve. This means that both the coastline and the forest landscape are central features along the same route.
What landscape characterizes the Abula-Kalasma Trail?
The trail passes through a limestone pine forest and along coastal cliffs. Both habitats provide space for numerous plant and animal species. Orchids bloom along the trail in spring. The trail also passes through a bearberry pine forest (Arctostaphylo-Pinetum), a forest community characteristic of the landscape.
There are also specific opportunities for observing nature in the forest itself: traces of wild animals can be found along the trail. This makes the route interesting not only because of its length, but also because of the changing scenery between forest, coast and sites with distinctive plant life.
Which natural sites and protected areas are associated with Abula?
The Abula rand natural site is located in the surroundings of Abula. It consists of beach ridges and coastal formations. The Merise-Abula strict protection zone safeguards coastal communities.
The Abula campsite is located on the shore of Tagalaht Bay, between pebbly coastal ridges. The campsite has tables and benches, fire pits, two dry toilets, woodsheds, information boards and shelters.
What traces of cultural history can you find?
The surroundings of Abula form part of an archaeological complex in the culturally and historically valuable landscape of Pidula. The Abula-Kalasma Trail therefore combines nature observation with a historical dimension. Along the hiking trail, you will also encounter buildings from the First and Second World Wars, as well as military structures. Thus, coastal and forest landscapes meet historical traces along the same route.
If you would like to compare Abula with other places when planning your trip, you can also find information about Kurevere, Rootsiküla, Mäebe, Tammese, Undva and Kihelkonna.
FAQ
Where is the Abula campsite located?
The campsite is located on the shore of Tagalaht Bay, between pebbly coastal ridges.
Why is the coast of Abula called the “Skull Coast”?
Locals use this name because fossils are frequently found along the coast.
Which historic buildings are located along the hiking trail?
Buildings from the First and Second World Wars stand along the hiking trail. Military structures can also be found there.
Which protected areas are located near Abula?
The surrounding area includes the Abula rand natural site with beach ridges and coastal formations, the Merise-Abula strict protection zone and the Koorunõmme Nature Reserve.
What does the Abula rand natural site consist of?
The natural site consists of beach ridges and coastal formations and is located in the surroundings of Abula.
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