Valaste Waterfall

With its highest fall of about 30 metres in length the Valaste Waterfall is a great attraction in Estonia. Located on the Ontika Limestone the waterfall looks divine to catch your eyesight. Especially in winters when the association formed by northerly winds let the waterfall freezes and the sprinkles of water form a genuine ice sculpture. The waterfall is also highest in the Baltic States, and is believed to have many fables attached to it since 1840. The water flow is directed from a drainage trench to the Gulf of Finland at Valaste, near the Ontika Cliff but still observes innumerable icicles up to approximately 13 feet 4 meters creating a real-life world of imagination. Being an artificial watercourse it is blessed with phenomenal scene of powerful sea breeze with the recorded temperature of about 14 degrees F -10C. For your information the commission of the Academy of Science d Valaste waterfall a national symbol and a natural heritage site. The fantastic set up of Valaste Waterfall makes it look like a fantastic getaway to the world which not only appeals geologists but also acts as a catalyst for a true nature lover. Further, this non-natural water waterfall on the North Estonian Klint Wall can be best caught by your eyes from the platform established just opposite the waterfall in year 1997. It is indeed an impressive locale equipped with a parking lot, signboards and a trail using a double spiral staircase to descend the cliff getting an idea that how Estonia looked about 80 million years ago. Being a vacationer, you can choose this impressive spot as your ideal location to listen to the sounds of rushing waters, unique photography & climbing. The most rebellious side of Valaste Waterfall can be specifically seen in springs when the high water season is on. It is so because in summers or at the time of dry season only the ground water oozing out from between the different layers. Arguably, very beautiful yet worth seeing that how the Valaste River feeds the waterfall, and is addressed as the big ditch by locals. The early spring is the best time when the volume of cascading water is greatest and the winter snow is melting. Nevertheless, it is purely a natures formation present in its best form to dazzle your senses.