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…
Walk amongst oaks in Elisaari island
Tag: Daytrip from Helsinki
Tulliniemi – a wonderful nature walk at the southernmost tip of Finland
Tulliniemi is a multifunctional area with plenty to see: a nature reserve, the southernmost tip of Finland, a pilot station for ships, a coastguard station, and a beach fit for swimming. It also has a…
Camping at Liesjärvi National Park
Camping at Liesjärvi National Park is gaining popularity because of its close proximity to Helsinki, various camping sites to choose from, and short trails across the national park. Liesjärvi is a good option for crowded…
Travel back in time at Korteniemi Heritage Farm in Tammela
Korteniemi Heritage Farm is an old forest ranger farm, which is brought back to life every summer with some animals and traditional activities. The farm, its buildings and garden have remained unchanged for over 100…
Visit Aneriojärvi for birds and Stone Age culture
Aneriojärvi is a small lake in Suomusjärvi in Salo municipality, only 1 kilometer south from Helsinki-Turku motorway. There is a wooden walkway leading to a birdwatching tower and a small river called Varesjoki. A short…
Rissla waterfall and forest trail at Fiskars village
Rissla forest trail is located at Fiskars village in Raseborg municipality, approximately one-hour drive west of Helsinki. Fiskars is a thriving, 600-strong community of artists and craftspeople in a beautiful setting by a river Fiskarså.…
Clear-water Lake Iso-Melkutin is hikers and divers’ treasure
Lake Iso-Melkutin is a popular scuba-diving destination in Southern Finland because of its clear water and underwater ridge. It's also a beautiful hiking and trekking area where I like to go at least once every…
The mysteries of Saari Folk Park in Tammela
The Saari Folk Park is located in Tammela in Häme Lake Uplands region and known for its ridges, lakes and sandy shores. The Folk Park was founded in 1932 as a public recreation and leisure…
Spring flowers at Vaisakko Nature Reserve in Salo
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…
Three day hike at Teijo National Park
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…