Setomaa combines ancient traditional culture, the power of pure nature and innovation based on both – a holiday in Setomaa is a sought-after destination for holidaymakers tired of city life.

Sometimes you want to be surrounded by beautiful nature, but at the same time you don’t want to camp in a forest full of mosquitoes? Värska Resort is created for just such a holiday, where modern amenities are placed in the middle of untouched nature and a unique, authentic cultural space. You will notice this as soon as you cross the Setomaa border. The different village names, archaic language and farm architecture that respects old building traditions will definitely catch the eye of an attentive visitor. What is a tsässon? Why is a holiday celebrated at a cemetery? What is a tsibihärblane and what is its song? How is sõir made and what does homemade bread taste like? Is gummy bear soup or sauce? Why do Seto women wear silver on their chests?

You can find answers to all these questions by choosing a weekend getaway in Setomaa.