Mushroom Picking Nature-Walk

Saturday, 6 September 2025

Join us for a mushroom foraging nature walk guided by mycologist Veiko Kastanje.

Let’s see how many different species we can find! 

Prepare to be amazed by the variety of mushrooms that grow in our forests—many of which we may never notice during our everyday walks. 

Veiko has a fascinating story to share about every mushroom he encounters in the woodland. You will learn how to identify your own mushroom spots, which fungi are safe to pick and which should be left in the forest, as well as how to preserve your finds for the winter months. He will also share tales about “magical mushrooms,” their psychedelic properties, and the health benefits of mushrooms from both our local forests and far-flung continents.

Veiko Kastanje has studied mycology and botany at Tartu University; also worked as a guest researcher at Helsinki University, University of Gothenburg and National Botanical Garden of Belgium. Veiko takes every chance he gets to travel, going on mushroom foraging trips and organising mushroom exhibitions. He has also translated several mushroom picking and identification handbooks into Estonian.

The walk will conclude with a special surprise: amidst the mushrooms and natural surroundings, our chef will prepare a delicious treat on a little forest campfire using the mushrooms you have gathered. A true delight for any forager!

For the evening, Chef de Cuisine Achim Braitsch has created a fabulous three-course menu, dedicated to the tastes of the islands, based on local ingredients, in which foraged mushrooms play a significant role. 

Mushroom Delight & Dinner at Pädaste Manor | 170 € per person, excluding beverages

Special offer for the weekend

Join us for a wonderful September weekend – book any room type this weekend for 2 nights and 2 seats for the weekend to receive a rebate of 20% on your accommodation.*

Reservations are required; limited seats available. 

For mushroom picking, we will hand out baskets and knives, but for a more comfortable walk in the forest we suggest bringing your rain boots.

To join the mushroom walk, please arrive before noon. 

For reservations please contact our Guest Relations Manager at info@padaste.ee or dial +372 454 8800.

*When booked directly with Pädaste Manor. Rebate not available in combination with any of our special offers.