The Finnish Journal
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A Springtime Escape to the Mire: Linnaistensuo is a beautiful nature destination in Lahti
As spring arrives and nature begins to awaken from its winter…
April 7, 2026/by Jonna SaariFloating in the Finnish Wilderness: Book Your Night Above the Trees at Skytent Ecocamp Nuuksio
If you’ve ever dreamed of escaping into the woods to hide…
April 2, 2026/by Finland NaturallyFinns love birds – how to start birdwatching
The sun peeks out from behind the bay, and the crisp morning…
April 1, 2026/by Jonna SaariA stroll on the terraces: Terassikierros trail in Lauhanvuori National Park
It was a cold, dry morning in Lauhanvuori national park without…
March 25, 2026/by Paul StevensIs Water the Secret to Happiness in the Land of a Thousand Lakes?
Finland has once again, for the ninth consecutive year, claimed…
March 23, 2026/by Jonna SaariAn Ice-Cold Weekend Trip in South Ostrobothnia: Arpainen Hiking Trail
A friend invited me on a winter trek for Valentine's Day weekend.…
March 19, 2026/by Guest WriterA devilishly good trail: Pirunkierros Trail in Lauhanvuori National Park
On a chilly afternoon in early May, when spring sunshine competed…
March 18, 2026/by Paul StevensKuusijärvi Outdoor Recreation Area and Smoke Sauna in Vantaa
Located right next to Sipoonkorpi National Park, you'll find…
March 12, 2026/by Jussi JudinA great spring trip destination near Teijo National Park: Latokartanonkoski, Salo
Late winter in Finland is perhaps the most mysterious of all…
March 9, 2026/by Jonna SaariA Night in a Hammock Amid Snow and Frost Near Koli National Park
This year, our Finland, Naturally team is taking part in the…
March 3, 2026/by Finland NaturallyLapland’s Eight Seasons – What Are They Like?
Lapland is often promoted as a region with not just four familiar…
February 24, 2026/by Jonna SaariA Guided and Deeply Relaxing Sauna Experience Just Outside Helsinki: Silent Sauna
At the Saivo sauna of the Finnish Nature Centre Haltia in Nuuksio…
February 19, 2026/by Finland NaturallyFinnish Culture Food & Heritage

Is Water the Secret to Happiness in the Land of a Thousand Lakes?
March 23, 2026/by Jonna Saari
Winter Silence in Historic Fiskars Village
February 3, 2026/by Jonna Saari
Brew Coffee over a Campfire (Without Setting Your Hair on Fire Like I Did)
January 26, 2026/by Jonna Saari
A Simple Pastry with a Homemade Look: Joulutorttu is a Beloved Taste of Finnish Christmas
December 18, 2025/by Finland Naturally
A First-Timer’s Guide to Baltic Sea Cruises – Q & A
November 13, 2025/by Jonna Saari
The Beautiful Medieval Chapel Ruins of Lemböte in Åland
November 11, 2025/by Jonna SaariSauna
Latest Sauna Articles

An Ice-Cold Weekend Trip in South Ostrobothnia: Arpainen Hiking Trail
March 19, 2026/by Guest Writer
Kuusijärvi Outdoor Recreation Area and Smoke Sauna in Vantaa
March 12, 2026/by Jussi Judin
A Guided and Deeply Relaxing Sauna Experience Just Outside Helsinki: Silent Sauna
February 19, 2026/by Finland Naturally
Sauna in Nature! Where to Enjoy a Sauna at Finland’s Outdoor Destinations
February 11, 2026/by Jonna Saari
Christmas Sauna Traditions in Finland – Ancient Beliefs and Modern Tips
December 10, 2025/by Jonna Saari
The 5 Most Common Finnish Sauna Sayings Explained – What Do They Really Mean?
December 2, 2025/by Finland NaturallyNature Sites and National Parks

A Springtime Escape to the Mire: Linnaistensuo is a beautiful nature destination in Lahti
April 7, 2026/by Jonna Saari
A stroll on the terraces: Terassikierros trail in Lauhanvuori National Park
March 25, 2026/by Paul Stevens
An Ice-Cold Weekend Trip in South Ostrobothnia: Arpainen Hiking Trail
March 19, 2026/by Guest Writer
A devilishly good trail: Pirunkierros Trail in Lauhanvuori National Park
March 18, 2026/by Paul Stevens
A great spring trip destination near Teijo National Park: Latokartanonkoski, Salo
March 9, 2026/by Jonna Saari
A Night in a Hammock Amid Snow and Frost Near Koli National Park
March 3, 2026/by Finland NaturallySeasonal Highlights

Finns love birds – how to start birdwatching
April 1, 2026/by Jonna Saari
A great spring trip destination near Teijo National Park: Latokartanonkoski, Salo
March 9, 2026/by Jonna Saari
Lapland’s Eight Seasons – What Are They Like?
February 24, 2026/by Jonna Saari
Enjoy Snowshoeing in Nuuksio National Park, Right Next to Helsinki
February 19, 2026/by Finland Naturally
Watch the Northern Lights in Salla, Lapland
February 18, 2026/by Jonna Saari
Mustio Ironworks in Raseborg Surprised with Its Winter Beauty
February 10, 2026/by Jonna SaariNature Experiences

Finns love birds – how to start birdwatching
April 1, 2026/by Jonna Saari
An Ice-Cold Weekend Trip in South Ostrobothnia: Arpainen Hiking Trail
March 19, 2026/by Guest Writer
A Night in a Hammock Amid Snow and Frost Near Koli National Park
March 3, 2026/by Finland Naturally
Lapland’s Eight Seasons – What Are They Like?
February 24, 2026/by Jonna Saari
Enjoy Snowshoeing in Nuuksio National Park, Right Next to Helsinki
February 19, 2026/by Finland Naturally
Watch the Northern Lights in Salla, Lapland
February 18, 2026/by Jonna SaariAdventure and Experience Accommodation

Floating in the Finnish Wilderness: Book Your Night Above the Trees at Skytent Ecocamp Nuuksio
April 2, 2026/by Finland Naturally
Spend the Night on a Lighthouse Island – Isokari, Finland
April 1, 2025/by Karoliina Kaski
Luxuriate in Gentle Steam Amid Karelia’s Nature: Hugo’s Cottages & Smoke Saunas
March 26, 2025/by Guest Writer
Sleep by the Flowing Waters: Cozy Glamping in a Laawu
January 9, 2025/by Karoliina Kaski
Discover Evo: Southern Finland’s Hidden Wilderness Gem for Hikers
October 6, 2024/by Jonna Saari
