In Commercial Collaboration with Visit Raseborg Nestled by the sea in Raasepori, the small church village of Pohja is an excellent destination for enjoying the winds of the South Finnish coast. We arrived to explore the treasures of Pohja on an October afternoon, as the rain front was receding and the lovely autumn sun was […]
Article by Johanna Kleemola In Commercial Collaboration with the ‘Elinvoimaa Kaakkois-Suomeen matkailuyhteistyöllä‘ Initiative* The Kymijoki River Outdoor Trail around Kouvola city is approximately 25 kilometers long, passing through the city center along the Kymijoki River, leading to one stunning outdoor area after another. This trail offers numerous informative signs and plenty of rest stops. It […]
Article by Jarno Hämäläinen In Commercial Collaboration with the ‘Elinvoimaa Kaakkois-Suomeen matkailuyhteistyöllä‘ Initiative* Located by the large and beautiful Lake Saimaa, the Ukonniemi cape area in the city of Imatra and its surroundings offer mountain bikers days of exhilarating rides. The varied lakeside trails feature both easy and slightly technical routes, offering stunning views of […]
Article by Jarno Hämäläinen In Commercial Collaboration with the ‘Elinvoimaa Kaakkois-Suomeen matkailuyhteistyöllä‘ Initiative* Just over an hour’s drive from Helsinki, near the city of Loviisa, the Kukul Lake hiking trail takes you through undulating rocky ridges, bogs adorned with tufted cottongrass, and the protected shores of Kukul Lake. Along the route, you’ll also visit the […]
Teijo National Park is only less than a two-hour’s drive from Helsinki. It’s a fantastic national park to visit in Finland, perhaps by renting a car. Teijo national park’s most beautiful and popular trail is Matildanjärvi loop trail, which starts near the Teijo Nature Center at Matildanjärventie 84. There are also many charming accommodation options […]
In commercial cooperation with VisitKarelia Situated in Eastern Finland, the national landscape of Koli with its mystical hills has attracted travellers for millenia. Visitors mainly come to admire the three most distinctive summits: Ukko-Koli, Akka-Koli and Paha-Koli, from which open out breathtaking views over one of Finland’s largest lakes, Pielinen. But how many have truly […]
In cooperation with Cursor Article by Mari Valtonen The Salpa Line bike route is located in southeastern Finland, in the province of Kymenlaakso, near the Russian border and close to the Finnish section of the Europe-wide EuroVelo13 or Iron Curtain Trail. The Iron Curtain Trail (9950 km in total) introduces European history from a time […]
In commercial cooperation with Visit Raseborg Article by Johanna Suomela Another world surprisingly close to the busy highway no. 25, and beyond the grain fields, awaits the curious hiker who is hungry for new experiences. Encircled by the reed beds, Lake Lepinjärvi is a paradise for birds, providing memorable experiences in nature in historical surroundings. […]
Article by Onni Kojo Usually SUP boards are used for short day trips at lakes, shores, or rivers. But there is a small number of people who choose a paddleboard over the kayak or canoe for multi-day trips, mostly descending along the river as far as you ever want to go. This style of exploring […]
In commercial cooperation with Visit Raseborg Article by Kukka Kyrö The Embankment Route takes you on an adventure to Fiskars to experience culture and art in many forms. Combining both train and bicycle, it’s easy to embark on it from Helsinki by taking the IC train to Karis. Just remember to reserve a place for […]
