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Sauna Hermanni: An Authentic and Heartfelt Piece of Finnish Sauna Tradition in Vallila

Located in between Helsinki’s Vallila and Hermanni districts, Sauna Hermanni offers its visitors an authentic and heartfelt sauna experience that combines respect for Finnish sauna traditions with a sense of community and atmosphere. The sauna has been a part of the city’s sauna scene since 1953, and its history is clearly visible in the seating […]

A Hidden Forest Oasis in Hämeenlinna – Discover Ahvenisto nature reserve & lake

Advert: Visit Hämeenlinna We have barely left the center of Hämeenlinna when we are already climbing up a forest road with rugged terrain. The road descends to an inviting sandy beach of a forest pond, where turquoise waves splash, flanked on both sides by whispering dark forests. We step onto a path, and within seconds, […]

Only an hour from Tampere – Isojärvi National Park invites you to wilderness tranquility

Isojärvi National Park, located in Kuhmoinen in the Pirkanmaa region, is characterized by the large and beautiful Isojärvi lake, forested hills, and charming bogs dotted with ponds. Heretty serves as the main gateway to this rugged park, offering a lodge café, accommodations, and affordable rental equipment for outdoor activities. But what kind of place is […]

Exploring the Kalaja Trail: A Scenic 4.6 km Hike in Etelä-Konnevesi National Park

The 4.6-kilometer-long Kalaja Trail is the first route opened to visitors in Etelä-Konnevesi National Park. Originally based on a path that existed in the area long before the national park was established, the route has been redesigned to enhance visitor safety and highlight the scenic values of the area, which are truly worth admiring. The […]

Where Pristine Waters Meet the Magic of the Boglands – Kauhaneva–Pohjankangas National Park

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 […]

Medieval Majesty Meets Natural Beauty: The Vanajavesi lakeside route in Hämeenlinna

Advert: Visit Hämeenlinna In the landscapes surrounding the medieval Häme Castle, the delightful Vanajavesi lakeside route winds along the shores of Lake Vanajavesi—a must-discover for every visitor to Hämeenlinna city. This 5.7-kilometer (3,5 mi) loop is largely accessible and runs almost the entire way in close proximity to the water, so much so that the […]

Surprise Above the Highway: Karnaistenkorpi Forest enchants with Its Trails and Ponds in Lohja

When you drive between Helsinki and Turku on the motorway, you pass through the over 2-kilometer-long Karnainen tunnel. Few would guess that above the motorway lies an entire hiking destination with ponds and lean-tos. Once you cross the small hill from the Karnaistenkorpi parking area and step into nature, you immediately find yourself in a […]

Finnish Autumn at Its Best: A Photo Report from Patvinsuo National Park in North Karelia

Article by: Karoliina Kaski We embarked on a three-night autumn hike to Patvinsuo National Park in September. This was my first visit to this park. Patvinsuo offered exactly what I had hoped for and what online sources had promised: sandy beaches, towering pine forests, expansive mires, and unbroken natural tranquility. Welcome to a photo journey […]

Enjoy the Most Beautiful Ironworks Village in Finland in Peace – Fiskars, Founded in the 1600s, is a Stunning Autumn Destination in Raseborg

Advert: Visit Raseborg The parking area at Fiskars Ironworks is completely empty. I smile with delight as I see the text on the local bus passing by in the village: Ha en bra dag, ‘Have a good day’. Oh, yes. The ironworks, adorned in autumn colors and tranquility, feels in early October as if it […]

Discover Evo: Southern Finland’s Hidden Wilderness Gem for Hikers

Advert: Visit Hämeenlinna Evo hiking area is located in Southern Finland, less than a two-hour drive north of Helsinki, in the Hämeenlinna and Padasjoki region. Evo is known among Finnish hikers for its forests, which are dotted with numerous forest ponds. Evo is suitable for both beginner and more experienced hikers in Finland, as it […]