Kalli – Fens and Local History

• The Kalli Landscape Protection Area protects a representative fen and spring area.
• At least three pairs of red-backed shrikes and at least one pair of redshanks breed there.
• The Kalli soo Natura 2000 site covers 73 hectares of species-rich fens.
• Berries and mushrooms may be collected throughout the Kalli Landscape Protection Area.
• Camping and campfires are permitted only on farmyards and at locations prepared and designated for this purpose, with permission from the protected-area administration.

The Landscape Protection Area gives Kalli a clear natural profile. The focus is on a fen and spring area and the breeding birds found there. For travellers interested in landscapes and birdlife, the at least three breeding pairs of red-backed shrikes and the at least one breeding pair of redshanks are particularly noteworthy. These populations can help you assess the focus of your stay realistically.

Another natural feature is the Kalli soo Natura 2000 site, with 73 hectares of species-rich fens. The wetlands and their wildlife are therefore central to nature observation.

Collecting berries and mushrooms is permitted throughout the Kalli Landscape Protection Area. You can incorporate this opportunity into your stay, provided that you observe the other protected-area rules. Camping and lighting campfires are subject to considerably stricter requirements: both are permitted only on farmyards and at locations prepared and designated for this purpose with permission from the protected-area administration.

There is an important restriction to bear in mind when planning a traditional hiking trip. The Kalli Landscape Protection Area has no hiking trails, nature trails, fire pits, or information boards introducing the protected area. If you expect marked routes, signposted nature interpretation, or designated fire pits, you should take this expectation into account when choosing your base and planning your daily activities.

In addition to its natural features, Kalli offers a small point of connection with cultural history. At the end of the 18th century, Kalli was an auxiliary farm of the Sassi estate. This historical context points to the former settlement and estate landscape without equating the place with a larger historic complex.

Kokakivi in Kalli is also recorded as a local cultural and place of remembrance. The site was located based on local tradition and with the help of local residents. For visitors interested in culture, Kokakivi is therefore an opportunity to engage with local memory and knowledge passed down through generations.

If you are looking for a hotel or other accommodation in Kalli, you should choose the place according to the type of trip you want: Kalli combines wetlands, breeding birds, protected habitats, and local history. Before booking, therefore, consider whether your planned trip is focused more on nature observation, collecting berries and mushrooms, or exploring cultural history. For planning your arrival, it is relevant that driving vehicles on the roads in the Kalli Landscape Protection Area is permitted.

For a broader comparison of destinations, you can also look at Kungla, Turja and Sakla. This allows you to place Kalli within your wider travel plans based on its natural and cultural themes, without equating it with a destination with a different focus.

Which birds breed in Kalli?

At least three pairs of red-backed shrikes breed in the Kalli Landscape Protection Area. In addition, at least one pair of redshanks breeds there.

Is it permitted to collect berries and mushrooms in Kalli?

Yes. Collecting berries and mushrooms is permitted throughout the Kalli Landscape Protection Area.

Where are camping and campfires permitted in Kalli?

Camping and lighting campfires are permitted only on farmyards and at locations prepared and designated for this purpose with permission from the protected-area administration.

Are there hiking trails and information boards in the Kalli Landscape Protection Area?

No. The Kalli Landscape Protection Area has no hiking trails, nature trails, fire pits, or information boards introducing the protected area.

For the higher-level travel overview: Valjala Parish.