Pusi: Nature, Water and Culture
Accommodation in Pusi
The topics related to Pusi range from Loode-Peipsi, Lake Peipus and small harbours to regional culture and the destinations of Kallaste and Alatskivi.
Key facts about Pusi
The village of Pusi is located in the Loode-Peipsi protected area. The area is connected to the internationally important Peipsi bird protection area EE083.
In Alatskivi’s comprehensive plan from 2004, Pusi was designated as one of the valuable built environments of the lakeside road villages on Lake Peipus. If you would like to compare Pusi with another destination, you can find Nina here.
What kind of nature characterises the area?
Loode-Peipsi protects habitats of species listed in Annex I of Directive 79/409/EEC, as well as other migratory birds. The protected range of species includes Eurasian wigeon (Anas penelope), greater white-fronted goose (Anser albifrons), taiga bean goose (Anser fabalis), common goldeneye (Bucephala clangula), Bewick’s swan (Cygnus columbianus bewickii), whooper swan (Cygnus cygnus) and red-necked grebe (Podiceps grisegena).
What documented accommodation location is there?
Pusi Puhkemaja is located in Tartumaa on the shore of Lake Peipus. It has extensive outdoor grounds with its own sandy beach. Pusi Puhkemaja therefore combines a waterside location with its own sandy beach; other accommodation in the village may be located elsewhere.
What does the connection to the water offer for trip planning?
The small harbour of Pusi has a permanent quay and allows watercraft to moor. The Loode-Peipsi protected area borders this harbour. The small Otsa harbour in Pusi village is listed as “Otsa PeipsiSadamSlipp” and thus as a boat slipway. A boat slipway is a facility for launching boats into the water.
Which attractions complement Pusi?
The Devonian sandstone outcrop at Kallaste is approximately 930 metres long and up to 8 metres high. Devonian refers to the geological period known as the Devonian.
What culture can be discovered in the municipality?
In Peipsiääre Municipality, the Juhan Liiv Museum presents the life and work of the writer Juhan Liiv. The Kolkja Old Believers Museum provides insights into the traditions and way of life of the Old Believers.
To the higher-level travel overview: Alatskivi Parish.
FAQ
How far is Pusi Puhkemaja from Tartu?
Pusi Puhkemaja is located 45 kilometres from Tartu.
What boating experiences can Pusi Puhkemaja organise?
On request and in suitable weather, Pusi Puhkemaja can organise motorboat fishing or a pleasure trip on Lake Peipus with a captain. Up to four people are accommodated per trip.
What is protected at the Kallaste outcrop?
The southernmost and highest part of the outcrop has been protected since 1959.
What does the protected area in Alatskivi Castle Park preserve?
The Alatskivi Landscape Protection Area is located in the castle park and preserves the region’s species-rich vegetation and landscape.
In which municipality are the two museums located?
The Juhan Liiv Museum and the Kolkja Old Believers Museum are located in Peipsiääre Municipality.
