On the Road to Lapland? Don’t miss Ii by the Sea – Here Are the Best Nature Destinations in Ii
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Tammerkoski: A National Landscape in the Heart of Tampere
Flowing through the center of Tampere, Tammerkoski is one of Finland’s most unique national landscapes—a tranquil waterway steeped in industrial history, surrounded by charming parks and red-brick heritage.
Crystal-clear water and fine sandy beach: this is Padva Beach on the Baltic Sea coast in Raseborg
Wade through turquoise waters, snorkel in crystal-clear shallows, and relax on sun-warmed sand—Padva Beach in Raseborg is a peaceful summer dream on the South-West coast of Finland.
Enchanted by the Grove: Ramsholmen’s Spring Magic in Åland
Ramsholmen in Åland is a fairytale-like grove best visited in late spring, when waves of woodland flowers—especially wild garlic—transform the landscape. Follow an easy trail beneath hazels and ancient trees, and experience a timeless escape into nature’s quiet magic.
Splash into Summer: Lake Riding with Finnhorses in Finland
Lake riding with Finnhorses in Finland
Oulanka National Park: Stunning Cliffs & Roaring Rapids
Oulanka National Park is a true paradise for hikers and nature lovers, mesmerizing visitors with dramatic landforms, towering cliffs, and mighty rapids. Its vast network of trails offers something for every level of ability, and the park is dotted with an abundance of rest areas and wilderness huts. Famous for its suspension bridges, rugged canyons, […]
Heishala in Rovaniemi: A Traditional Riverside Sauna Experience in Lapland
Article by Laura Hokka When I arrived at Heishala, I had no idea that I was about to enjoy one of the most relaxing and beautiful sauna experiences. Nestled along the banks of the Kemijoki River—just a few kilometers from the heart of Rovaniemi—a small, beautifully crafted wood-fired sauna stood in the yard of a […]
Spend the Night on a Lighthouse Island – Isokari, Finland
A unique blend of maritime nature and cultural history awaits on Isokari Lighthouse Island 📍 Location: Isokari, Kustavi, Finland (Coordinates: 60°43.3′, 21°00.9′)🧭 Getting there: Boat transfer from the city of Uusikaupunki (approx. 1 hour) What to Expect on a Lighthouse Island Stay in Finland Spending the night on a lighthouse island feels like pausing time. […]
Luxuriate in Gentle Steam Amid Karelia’s Nature: Hugo’s Cottages & Smoke Saunas
Experience the soothing warmth of traditional smoke saunas, embrace Karelia’s pristine nature, and discover local history at Hugon Cottages in Rautjärvi—just a three-and-a-half-hour drive from Helsinki.
A Majestic Giant: The Rotomänty Pine, Salo
The large, beautiful city of Salo, is gently waking up to spring. In Finnish, the word salo means a vast, wild forest, and true to its name, this coastal city between Turku and Helsinki has no shortage of woodlands. While browsing a topographic map near the villages of Kisko and Suomusjärvi, I stumbled upon something […]
