Aidu Quarry, Former oil shale quarry in Lüganuse Rural Municipality, Estonia.
The Aidu quarry extends across 25 square kilometers of transformed industrial landscape with water channels and elevated terrain suitable for outdoor activities.
The quarry operated from 1974 to 2012, extracting 90 million tons of oil shale and necessitating the relocation of 200 families from their original settlements.
The site integrates Estonia's industrial mining heritage with modern recreational facilities, offering water sports and outdoor activities for local communities.
Visitors can access facilities including an open hut, campfire areas, dry toilets, and equipment rentals for activities such as wakeboarding and paddleboarding.
The quarry channels create a network of waterways extending over several kilometers, enabling competitive water sports events and recreational water activities.
Location: Lüganuse Rural Municipality
GPS coordinates: 59.31290,27.10170
Latest update: March 8, 2025 22:44
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