Liessaari island at Lohja is a small but versatile recreation area

Liessaari Lohja

A day before my friend and I decided to visit Liessaari island at Lohja, it snowed again. It had already been beautifully warm but alas, as always in Finland, "fool's spring" or a cold spell…

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PilvijÀrvi at Sipoo is popular all year around

PilvijÀrvi Söderkulla Sipoo

PilvijĂ€rvi and its nature trail is nestled in the serene landscapes of Sipoo, Finland. The scenic nature trail winds its way along the shores of PilvijĂ€rvi lake through lush pine forests and calm marshlands. Whether…

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Exploring beautiful EerikkilÀ hiking trails in Tammela in winter

Exploring EerikkilÀ winter hiking trails in Tammela

Did you know that EerikkilĂ€ Sports & Outdoor Resort has a few beautiful winter hiking trails in Tammela? EerikkilĂ€ is located by RuostejĂ€rvi lake in Tammela, Tavastia Proper region in Finland. It's a peaceful area…

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Finland’s medieval trading hub RikalanmĂ€ki hides its secrets

Finland's medieval trading hub RikalanmÀki hides its secrets

RikalanmĂ€ki was one of the most remarkable medieval trading hubs in Finland. The RikalanmĂ€ki ancient trail in Salo, Finland, invites visitors on a captivating journey through time. This short trail winds through the Rikala mansion…

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The magnificent Paavolan tammi oak is the most beautiful tree in Finland

Paavolan tammi oak Lohja Lohjansaari

I have visited the stunningly beautiful Paavolan tammi oak several times, and every time it takes my breath away. Seeing this green giant in all its sun-covered glory transports you to another dimension... a dimension…

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Signs of spring at Punatulkku and Pohjantikka trails in LiesjÀrvi

Punatulkku and Pohjantikka trails at LiesjÀrvi National Park

Punatulkku and Pohjantikka trails in LiesjĂ€rvi National Park are located near Korteniemi Heritage Farm. Punatulkun polku, Punatulkku trail, is a 3,1 kilometers long circle trail that departs from parking area called Lehdos situated along Korteniementie…

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The Rapids Route at Karkkila weaves through a historic ironworks area

Karkkilan koskireitti rapids route Myllykoski

Karkkila is one of those towns in southern Finland where the connection of industrialisation and forces of nature meet. There are five rapids around Karkkila which were harnessed early for different purposes. While today, the…

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