Pilvijärvi and its nature trail is nestled in the serene landscapes of Sipoo, Finland. The scenic nature trail winds its way along the shores of Pilvijärvi lake through lush pine forests and calm marshlands. Whether…
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Exploring beautiful Eerikkilä hiking trails in Tammela in winter
Did you know that Eerikkilä Sports & Outdoor Resort has a few beautiful winter hiking trails in Tammela? Eerikkilä is located by Ruostejärvi lake in Tammela, Tavastia Proper region in Finland. It's a peaceful area…
The magnificent Paavolan tammi oak is the most beautiful tree in Finland
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…
Jokikylä nature path at Evijärvi showcases the history of log driving and swamps
Evijärvi municipality has built a lovely 4km nature path at Jokikylä, which runs alongside a former log driving river called Tervareitti (Tar route). This easy nature path goes by two names: the Jokikylä nature path…
Exciting rope-pulled ferry and nature trail in Tammela
Did you know that there is a fun rope-pulled ferry at Ruostejärvi lake in Tammela? It is located along Meidän metsä nature trail departing from Villa Erik by the Ruostejärvi beach. Ruostejärvi area also hosts…
Haukkavuori nature path showcases the untamed diversity of heritage forests
The protected Haukkavuori area is a unique nature destination because it has been left almost entirely undisturbed. There you can see how energy in all its forms flows through the forest ecosystem. It means that…
Klassarinkierros is a quiet circular trail at Nuuksio national park
Nuuksio National Park is still the most visited national park in Finland. It stretches across the municipalities of Espoo, Kirkkonummi, and Vihti. Klassarinkierros circle trail is located in the northwestern corner of the park at…
Piippurinsuo on the other side of Torronsuo National Park
Piippurinsuo in Torronsuo National Park is a bog on the other side of the park where most people go to. Usually, when you want to explore Torronsuo by foot on duckboards or by skis in…
Sailor’s trail at Merihelmi provides a place to wind down
Sailor's trail at Merihelmi provides a place to wind down along busy highway 4 in Finland. The Sailor's trail, Merimiehenpolku, is a 300 meter-long duckboard trail around Merihelmi restaurant by the highway 4 at the…
Orinoro gorge is the seventh wonder of Savo
The Orinoro gorge and the surrounding hiking route takes you to a vertical chasm carved out by glaciers. As with many natural wonders, we had to make a bit of an effort to get to…