Explore the nature of Finland
EvijĂ€rvi municipality has built a lovely 4km nature path at JokikylĂ€, which runs alongside a former log driving river called Tervareitti (Tar route). This easy nature path goes by two names: the JokikylĂ€ nature path…
VanhankylĂ€nniemi is a culture-historically important site on the shore of TuusulanjĂ€rvi lake. It is one of the more popular recreation areas. We've been there several times during different seasons and it always manages to be…
The birthplace of Helsinki city is at Vanhankaupunginkoski (meaning "Old Town rapids" in Finnish). Nowadays it's a great place to enjoy unique urban rapids, excellent fly fishing, and promenade in this one-of-a-kind nature destination. It's…
Catching grayling in Lapland is an unforgettable experience. Grayling is common in most rivers and many lakes in Lapland, northern Finland. The best places to catch the grayling are located in the remote wilderness areas.…
A short but strenuous hike in the middle of the forest takes you to PĂ€hkĂ€nĂ€nkallio cliffs which open a wondrous view over dense fir woods, a winding, sparkling Kitkajoki-river, and steep gorge-like cliffs. If you…
Koljat, also known as Koljatti, are massive rock formations in Hakovuori and KalliomĂ€et Natura protected area in Viitasaari. As the name suggests, Koljat can make you feel pretty small. Koljatti nature trail to the rock…
MolkoköngĂ€s rapids in Ounasjoki river are located between Rovaniemi and KittilĂ€. It is a perfect spot for a little break to stretch your legs in case you are driving by. Ounasjoki and its rapids also…
Have you seen people fishing on bridges in the spring and the autumn? They are probably fishing Baltic Herring, which on good days can be a really good catch! This type of fishing is also…
Taatsi seida, or Taatsin seita in Finnish, by Taatsi lake is an ancient SĂĄmi culture site where the local SĂĄmi people brought offerings to the gods. It is located in Pokka village between KittilĂ€ and…
Red sand beach called Punainenhiekka in PallasjĂ€rvi lake used to be a secret known only by locals. It is not so secret anymore as it is a popular day trip and overnight destination for hikers…