In Punkaharju, one of Finland’s official national landscapes, there is a spot where smooth rock slopes gently and evenly into the clear waters of Lake Puruvesi. Higher up on the wooded bank stands a lean-to shelter, accessible also by wheelchair or with a stroller. This place is called Karjalankallio, “The Rock of Karelia,” a beautiful […]
Punkaharju is one of Finland’s 27 designated national landscapes. The area offers accommodation such as a hotel, and Punkaharju is easily accessible by train. The scenic ridge meandering along the shores of the crystal-clear Lake Puruvesi is an excellent hiking destination. It offers several circular trails as well as the more branching Harju Trail Network, […]
Article by Jonna Saari Torronsuo is a famous, ruggedly beautiful bog in southern Finland, where many go to seek the atmosphere of the northern wilderness bogs. Whenever I visit Torro, I always miss one thing: bodies of water. I want to see a landscape where lakes and ponds glimmer in blue, swirl mysteriously in the […]
Accessible trails are a wonderful solution, especially when not all members of your group are fit or agile enough for more demanding paths. Of course, accessible trails suit many other situations, such as walking with a stroller or just enjoying a relaxing little outing for anyone, like us on this trip. One of the most […]
