Explore the nature of Finland
Snowshoeing in Lapland is a great way to explore the nature. There are many nice showshoeing trails for example in Levi, Ylläs or Saariselkä, but I also like to go snowshoeing off the beaten track.…
As our winters have become more unpredictable especially in Southern Finland, one has to make use of every opportunity for winter sports. This winter the ‘real’ winter with snow and subzero temperatures started around Christmas…
Do you know what forest fire warning in Finland means? As the sun sets and the cool evening breeze wraps around you after a day of hiking, there's something undeniably enchanting about the idea of…
National parks in Finland are attracting millions of visitors every year. There are 41 national parks in Finland, all of them distinct from one another. Which are the most visited national parks in Finland? What…
Renting a cottage in Finland is the best accommodation option, especially if you are traveling by car, you have a family or pets with you, you want to explore nature destinations, and you want the…
Nuuksio National Park is still the most visited national park in Finland. It stretches across the municipalities of Espoo, Kirkkonummi, and Vihti. Klassarinkierros circle trail is located in the northwestern corner of the park at…
Are you wondering how to get to Finnish Lapland on a budget? Lapland can definitely be considered a remote destination. The arctic circle is located about 850 kilometres north of Helsinki, so if you make…
Think Finnish nature and what pops to mind? The Finnish nature is probably the most known for snow, reindeers and Northern Lights. But it is so much more than that. Here are 8 features that…
Wilderness areas in Finland provide trekking opportunities for the experienced hikers. There are 12 wilderness areas that cover nearly 15 000 square kilometers in Lapland, the northernmost Finland. The wilderness areas are established in accordance…
Christmas in Finland can be quite enchanting if you spend it in Lapland where there will be snow. Sometimes Finland will have a lovely snow coverage all around the country at the end of December,…