Ryövärinkuoppa nature reserve has a lush natural spring and beaver dam right next to Finland's route 66 from Orivesi to Ruovesi. It looks like a typical rest stop along the road with a picnic table.…
Ryövärinkuoppa nature reserve along route 66
Tag: Summer
Molkoköngäs rapids in Ounasjoki river
Molkoköngäs rapids in Ounasjoki river are located between Rovaniemi and Kittilä. It is a perfect spot for a little break to stretch your legs in case you are driving by. Ounasjoki and its rapids also…
Häntälä Hollows and its exceptional butterflies
Häntälä Hollows' gorgeous landscape was formed by ice age and its melting waters, but it is the ravine's exceptional flora and fauna that make this place worth a visit. It is part of the wider…
Bird watching in Levi, Lapland
There are many great spots to see the birds of Lapland in Levi area, in addition to Hulluporo. If you are interested in bird watching in Levi, you could head to Akanrimpi bird watching tower…
Fishing from the bridge
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…
Kultalähde natural spring – A treasure or burial site?
Kultalähde is a natural spring located in protected Hyyppäränharju ridge area in Kiikala village in Salo municipality. It is a small spring with crystal clear water. I have been meaning to visit Kultalähde for a…
Paattinen nature trail in Turku is a peaceful place
Paattinen nature trail in Turku is a 1,8 km long circle trail with a beautiful lean-to shelter in a peaceful location. I was surprised to find myself alone in this trail on a beautiful autumn…
Intriguing Ruoppaköngäs rapids hidden in plain sight
Ruoppaköngäs area consists of a small Pahikkojärvi lake, rocks surrounding the lake, and a small Kulkujoki river with Ruoppaköngäs rapids, which are somewhat hidden in the forest. Ruoppaköngäs is located close to Muonio-Levi road in…
Old and charming Kaukolanharju observation tower
Kaukolanharju observation tower at Saari Folk Park welcomes visitors during summer months, and for a small fee you will have access to beautiful views at Häme Lake Uplands region. This summer over 2000 people visited…
Walk amongst oaks in Elisaari island
Elisaari island in Inkoo archipelago is an interesting day trip destination. The summer season is coming to an end, but if you are looking for something special to do this weekend, check out this place…