Hinni Valley, Sandstone canyon in Rõuge Rural Municipality, Estonia
The Hinni Valley extends for 300 meters with steep gulches reaching depths between 15 to 20 meters, featuring exposed layers of white and yellow sandstone.
The canyon formation dates to the Devonian period, spanning 420 to 359 million years ago, when geological processes shaped the sandstone structures in Northern Europe.
The Hinni Valley sits within Haanja Nature Park, established in 1991 to protect the natural landscapes and maintain traditional Estonian rural lifestyles.
Visitors can access the canyon via hiking trails equipped with boardwalks and stairs, with parking spaces available for three buses and six cars.
The Enni Creek flows through the base of the canyon, continuously carving into its sandstone bottom and revealing five distinct layers of geological formations.
Location: Rõuge Rural Municipality
GPS coordinates: 57.76487,26.88083
Latest update: March 3, 2025 12:30
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