Out in the Nature

Spring flowers at Vaisakko Nature Reserve in Salo

April 25th, 2019Jenni0 Comments

This is the perfect time of the year to head out in the nature to Vaisakko Nature Reserve in Salo municipality. I don't think I have seen so many flowers blooming in April in Finland ever before! I had a business meeting in Salo, and I was thinking about combining some nature travels to my trip. It was sunny and +21C, the warmest day so far this year, so it was a perfect weather for a little afternoon walk. I had heard about Vaisakko before, my friends had been...

10 reasons to visit Finnish national parks on your next vacation

April 18th, 2019Jenni0 Comments

National parks in Finland are prime destination for those who want to see versatile nature and breath the cleanest air in the world. Here are our top 10 reasons why you should consider visiting Finnish national parks on your next vacation!

1. Finnish national parks are easily accessible

There are 8 national parks in Southern Finland and 40 in total around the country, and...

Högberget erosion cave takes you the Mother of Earth

April 12th, 2019Tarja0 Comments

In a time of impending climate disasters and rising temperatures, many may experience a deep-seated need to crawl back to your mother's lap. In the unique erosion cave at Högberget, you can do exactly that.

I had tried to find this cave once before but without success. This time my mother and I were determined to find it, no excuses. We knew roughly where it was but we had no idea how to get there. When we got to...

Three day hike at Teijo National Park

April 7th, 2019Outi0 Comments

I got to spent three beautiful days and two nights in a lean-to shelter at Teijo National Park at the end of March. Two of my friends have been studying to become wilderness guides and this hike was their school project, to plan and execute a hike for few lucky test customers such as me.

We started our trip by checking and packing all the gear needed, and our guides prepared and packed all water and food for the...

Feel the sea at the Kopparnäs-Störsvik recreation area

March 31st, 2019Patrik0 Comments

Cyclist admiring the sunset in Kopparnäs

The Kopparnäs-Störsvik recreation area 50 kilometres West of Helsinki is one of the biggest outdoor destinations in the Western Uusimaa region. In addition to 721 hectares on land, the area consists of islands and large water areas as well. Over 15 kilometres of unbuilt shoreline make it a perfect destination for day trips by the sea.

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Uutela – urban nature trails

March 15th, 2019Tarja0 Comments

Uutela is an urban outdoors area in the eastern part of Helsinki easily accessible to everyone. Whether you look for more challenge on your trail running or hiking, if you want to go bird-watching, or whether you just want to barbecue some goodies for yourself on an open barbecue area, Uutela is the place to go.

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Winter highlights in Finland

March 9th, 2019Jenni0 Comments

If you have been to Finland in the winter, you probably already know many reasons that make this season so special. Here are our top 5 winter highlights in Finland that we think everyone should experience.

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On the trails of Meiko

March 3rd, 2019Patrik0 Comments

If you are looking for versatile outdoor opportunities in the capital region, but want an alternative to the often crowded Nuuksio area, the Meiko recreation area in Kirkkonummi is something for you. It has three marked routes, but is also very accessible for off-track activities, such as berry picking or even snowshoeing!

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Thinning forest in a traditional way

February 28th, 2019Jenni0 Comments

We Finns live in and of forests, and forests cover more than 70 % of the land. Finland is in fact the most forested country in Europe, if we compare the proportional share of forest land to the country's total size. 3 millon hectares of the Finnish forests are protected or under restricted use, which represents 13 % of the forest area. The rest is managed commercially, and roughly 60% of forests in Finland are privately owned. More than 10% of Finnish population has...

Aulanko nature reserve has something for all

February 25th, 2019Tarja0 Comments

Aulanko was created as a forest park which was later turned into the first national urban park of Finland. This vast yet accessible greenery in Hämeenlinna (about 1h from Helsinki) offers a possibility for enjoying the lake waters, hiking in the forests, skiing down the slopes of steep cliffs, and following in the footsteps of adventurers (and even bears) to see stunning landscapes. In short, it has something for everyone. I've visited Aulanko several times both...

Rhododendron park is a hidden haven in Helsinki

Rissla waterfall and forest trail at Fiskars village

Rumavaara and devil’s field in Pudasjärvi