Lake Saadjärv

Lake Saadjärv is one of the most distinctive and interesting lakes in Estonia. Being 6 kilometers in length and up to 1.8 kilometers in width, and covering an area of 707.6 hectares, lake Saadjärv is the only lake to make the top ten of both the biggest and deepest lakes in Estonia. It is the largest lake in the Vooremaa region, located in the Vooremaa Landscape Protection Area on the border of Jõgeva County and Tartu County.

Lake Saadjärv is well-known for its history and folklore instead of its ecology. According to folklore, when Estonia's national hero walked through the lake, the water only came up to the laces of his leather shoes, letting the hero go to a church at the bottom of the lake. There is, in fact, a church at the bottom of the lake. Even now, when the weather is in good condition and the water is calm, the church spire can still be seen at the bottom of the lake.

Lake Saadjärv is a popular recreational area and it offers many exciting activities throughout the year. Additionally, there are cultural sites, museums, places for spending the night, and several sandy public beaches with playgrounds for visitors to enjoy.