Saka Manor cliff stairs to the sea reopen in Ida-Virumaa
The reconstructed staircase at Saka Manor, leading from the high cliff down to the seaside, has been reopened to visitors after being closed for two years. The restoration was carried out according to the original design.
In Ida-Virumaa, the staircase at Saka Manor has been reopened after reconstruction, once again providing access from the high cliff down to the beach. The restored descent retains its original layout and construction, according to Aktuaalne Kaamera.
The steps were initially built in 2005 on the initiative of manor owner Tõnis Kaasik. Two years ago, the structure was closed due to its poor condition. Following a full restoration funded by the owner, the staircase is now accessible to the public again.
Kaasik recalled that he purchased the manor ruins from the state at a public auction in 2004. From the very beginning, it was clear that the site's value depended on the ability to reach the sea, so the staircase was among the first projects. During the recent renovation, the goal was simply to restore it to its previous appearance. The descent is roughly 50 metres long and features a zigzag layout for safety.
Alexander, a local resident who enjoys walking along the trail near Saka Manor and collects stones on the coast, said the reopening is an important event for him. He noted that the stairs are well thought out and suitable for visitors of all ages. At 70, and having undergone heart bypass surgery, Alexander said he climbed the stairs without any trouble, taking short breaks along the way. The benches placed along the route allow people to sit down, catch their breath, and even enjoy a snack.
The exact length of the staircase was not disclosed by the owner, but a correspondent from Aktuaalne Kaamera counted 356 steps when descending from the cliff to the sea.
