Otepää Nature Park protects the rounded hills, small lakes, forests, and farm landscapes that make this part of southern Estonia feel so different from the flat coast and islands. It is the natural frame for Otepää's reputation as Estonia's outdoor capital.
In summer, come for walking, cycling, lake views, and quiet country roads. In winter, the same terrain becomes ski country, with trails and competitions around town. It is a strong reason to linger in Otepää rather than treat it as a single-sight stop.