On a summer day in Helsinki we had a few hours to spare for a visit somewhere, and this time Lauttasaari Island was our chosen destination. We found beautiful smooth-rock shores, ja nice beach and clear seawater! The area has a public swimming beach and protected coastal meadows. We were out and about, inspired by […]
Nuuksio visitors can now experience a truly relaxing sauna moment, guided by a professional sauna host. The Silent Sauna is a two-hour, immersive, multi-sensory and deeply relaxing experience, in which the sauna host’s ritual and the calming silence of the sauna support recovery and help release stress. One of our sauna hosts, Piritta Kallio, says […]
Cherry blossoms are blooming in southern Finland right NOW. Hanami, the Japanese tradition of admiring flowers, has quietly taken root in Finland. After months of darkness, cold, and snow, Finns greet spring with open arms and hearts. The fleeting bloom of the cherry trees coincides with the moment spring begins turning into summer, and Finns […]
Have you ever wondered what excellent wine tastes like when the walls of a restaurant disappear, replaced by the gentle rustle of leaves, the song of birds, and the fresh scent of pine needles? The Finnish wilderness is best experienced when you engage all your senses. Finland, Naturally invites you to the heart of Nuuksio […]
For many travelers visiting Helsinki, the bustling design districts and seaside markets are just the beginning. To truly understand the Finnish soul, one must step into the forest. In Finland, nature is a way of life, a source of peace, and a historical sanctuary. At Finland, Naturally, we bridge the gap between the urban pulse […]
If you’ve ever dreamed of escaping into the woods to hide from the hustle and bustle of the world, cradled by the gentle sway of ancient pines, then Skytent Ecocamp Nuuksio is your destination. Located just a stone’s throw from Helsinki, this unique glamping experience offers a bridge between the wild Finnish nature and the […]
From the front yard of the Finnish Nature Centre Haltia, you can step straight into the wilds of Nuuksio. With the snow now plentiful and winter wonderfully beautiful, it’s the perfect time to slip on a pair of snowshoes. A three-kilometre snowshoeing trail has been marked in the nearby nature around Haltia. It largely follows […]
This year again, it looks like there won’t be any snow in the southernmost parts of Finland for who knows how long. My sympathies to all of you who have travelled to Finland & Helsinki only to discover that the white winter wonderland you imagined is nowhere to be found. Instead, you’re greeted by grey […]
Experience an authentic Finnish Dry Sauna at the gateway to Nuuksio National Park, just a short 35 min journey from Helsinki. In Saivo’s private sauna at the Finnish Nature Centre Haltia, you can unwind, enjoy traditional sauna rituals, and immerse yourself in the tranquillity of Finland’s beloved natural landscapes. Is there anything I should take […]
A cruise or ferry trip to Turku, Helsinki, Tallinn, Stockholm, or Mariehamn is an easy – and even luxurious – way to experience the Baltic Sea. However, boarding a massive cruise ship and finding your way around isn’t always straightforward if you’ve never traveled on one before. Here, we’ve gathered some general guidelines and links […]
