Lake Hepojärvi: description, natural features, recreation

In the modern part of the Karelian Isthmus ten thousand years ago was the Ioldic Sea. Primitive people settled in the Neolithic age at the foot of the Commandant's Hill. Later Finno-Ugric tribes will give the name to this land, they will call it Toksovo (in the translation from Finno-Ugric - "fragrance"). The area has a rich history and keeps untold secrets to this day.

Traces of the presence of primitive people were found on the shores of such reservoirs as Kavgolovskoye, Chaynoye and Lake Hepoyarvi in the 20th century. Toksovsky region has experienced a lot. The difficult times of the Russo-Swedish War and the Swedish domination. Archaeologists find here coins of that time and earlier (Roman coinage).

Briefly about the lake

Lake Hepojärvi (how to reach it, we will describe below) in Finnish means "horse lake". Sometimes local residents can call it in their own way - Gepoyarvi. The beauty of this pond should be seen at least once in your life, enjoy pure pine air, because it is impossible to convey in words!

The shoreline of the lake is cut by bays and bays. A narrow kama ridge (its width is not more than 500 m) separates Hepojarvi from its neighbor - Lake Kavgolovsky. The altitude above sea level is 60 m, the average depth is 4.1 m. In the deepest part this figure can reach 12,5 m. The area of one of the most beautiful reservoirs of Karelia is 4.2 square meters. Km.

Natural features

On three sides Lake Hepojärvi is surrounded by hills covered mainly by pine forest. Closer to the coast begins thickets of alders. The coast from the north-east is a marshy flat plain, overgrown with birch; Southern generous raspberries and blueberries. In addition, there is a diversity of avian families.

From the east, Lake Hepojärvi is rich in aquatic flora. Here you can find a reed, a kuby, a shooter. Dwell in the pond roach, perch, bream, ruff. Luckies can boast of pike catch. Vegetation rich in vegetation, sandy bottom with mud plots at depth, favorable fish places, beautiful coniferous forests around the lake - all this makes this area especially attractive for tourists.

Lake Hepojärvi: how to get there?

Hepoyarvi is 2 km east of the station of Kavgolovo in the Leningrad Region. You can get there by train from St. Petersburg. From the railway station there are two options for overcoming the path: on foot or by car. You can drive to Hepojärvi only from the south-west, on the north side of the road are bad, but the most desperate tourists sometimes try to overpower such obstacles.

Neighborhood

From the south, from the side of the bay of Aunelanlahti, there are amazing places of beauty, which can be seen by visiting Lake Hepojärvi. The beach is clean and equipped, the ski base will appeal to tourists. The view opening from the south side is simply fascinating: from here you can easily see the Tokskoe plateau formed in the glacial period, the dome of the Cathedral of Archangel Michael and the spire of the Evangelical Lutheran church, as well as the ski resort "Severny slope", striking with its grandeur. On the shore of the lake, four objects have been built, which meet the guests with great pleasure.

Complex "Northern slope"

On the Novopriozerskoye Highway (Sortavala A-121) 17 km away from the Ring Road there is the Severny Slope complex. It is specially built for guests who visit Lake Hepojärvi. Reviews of visitors about the complex, it is worth noting, only positive. Cozy Finnish houses with comfortable rooms, inexpensive motel, restaurant, baths and saunas, beach and boat station, sports grounds and ski slopes make rest on the shore of the reservoir unforgettable and rich. Here you can visit the mini-zoo, where they contain real African ostriches.

Accommodation in a double room will cost in the amount of 2200 rubles. Per person. Plus is a 24-hour security.

Recreation center "Hunter's Lodge"

50 km from the Ring Road, not far from the village. Toksovo, is the base of "Hunter's Lodge". Here you will be offered cozy rooms with shower, bath. Some apartments have en suite facilities. Guests will be happy to take with children of any age. Also, in order to visit Lake Hepojärvi, it is not necessary to part with your favorite pets, you can take them with you. The surroundings of the base will be amazed by the extraordinary beauty of nature, with a magical view of the reservoir.

The cost of stay - from 2050 rubles. Per person.

Country club "Hepo"

20 km from the Ring Road there is a country club "Hepo", ready to host tourists with pets. The complex is designed for 10 seats. Fireplace halls, heated floors, a Russian bath with a large therma, a terrace overlooking the lake will make a unique holiday at any time of the year.

The cost per day is 7500 rubles. For a 4-bed room. The club also has rooms for 6 people.

The purest pine air, majestic beauty of nature, rich history of the region combined with comfortable habitation will help you to relax from the city's bustle, feel harmony and enjoy peace.

K-Visit Toksovo Hotel

Lake Hepojärvi - a place that has always attracted tourists. The staff of the hotel "K-Visit Toksovo" will be welcomed and accommodated by the guests. It is located on Sovetov street, 68. The hotel has four junior suites and ten two-room suites with loggias of impressive sizes. High level of service, buffet from 7.00 to 11.00, Finnish and Turkish baths with a swimming pool, horse riding, babysitting for children and booking tickets for guests. Neighboring with the hotel is a mini-zoo, a nursery where bison is bred, the cathedral of Archangel Michael.

The cost of living - from 1900 rubles. per day.