Tag Archive for: Helsinki

A dimly lit sauna illuminated by candles, where two people are sitting on the upper bench, wrapped in towels, enjoying the warm and relaxing atmosphere with birch whisks nearby.

The Best Public Saunas in Helsinki

Helsinki, the capital of Finland, is home to some of the finest public saunas in the country. For many Finns, the Finnish sauna is a way of life, offering relaxation, socializing, and a deep connection with nature. But what makes a public sauna truly great? In our opinion, the best public saunas seamlessly combine several […]

A rainy and gray spruce forest with the ground covered in lush green moss. A person stands in the forest, looking up.

A Rainy Forest Stroll? Definitely! Tips for Enjoying It

Winters in Southern Finland are often rainy these days. See how you can enjoy the forest in rainy weather – it’s surprisingly wonderful.

Winter Magic at Vantaankoski rapids: A Quick Escape to Nature near Helsinki

The Vantaankoski Nature Trail is a one-kilometer loop trail that runs along paths, boardwalks, stairs, and bridges by the shores of Vantaanjoki river. The destination is easily accessible via direct bus connections from Helsinki and is beautiful even in winter. I walked the trail myself on a January morning when the sun rose magnificently behind […]

Candlelit Swimming and Cold Shock – Testing Helsinki’s Allas Sea Pool

Photos: Allas Sea Pool Located next to Helsinki’s Market Square, Allas Sea Pool offers a unique combination of saunas, swimming pools, and sea views. Tested on a November evening, this sauna complex surprises with its warm pool, gentle steam, and atmospheric candlelit swimming – not to mention the invigorating cold shock provided by the five-degree […]

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 […]

Kulttuurisauna is a white, box-shaped building, with the sea and the lights of Helsinki glowing in the dark evening background.

A Temple of Steam at the Edge of Two Worlds: Finding Peace in Helsinki’s Kulttuurisauna, Cultural Sauna

Life is like a tree. Beneath the surface are the roots, the past, all the paths that lead to this moment and make it exactly as we experience it. This moment is the solid, sturdy trunk, and the future is the crown branching into limbs, where every branch, every leaf is one possible future. Going […]

Heading into Nuuksio? Discover the Walking Trails in the National Park!

Nuuksio National Park is an incredibly beautiful natural gem next to Helsinki. As the calm of autumn sets in, you can find truly wilderness-like experiences in Nuuksio by choosing a weekday for your visit. The high cliffs of the lake uplands, the mossy forests covering their slopes, and the forest ponds rippling in the depressions […]

We Tried Foiling: Here’s What It’s All About and How You Can Experience It in Helsinki!

In commercial collaboration with Electric Adventures What is foiling, and what does it feel like for a first-timer? After watching a video of people in wetsuits gliding over the water on boards that barely touch the surface, I was completely intrigued. What exactly is happening here, and how? Could I also manage to fly over […]

Sailing Through Time: A Historic Voyage on the coast of Helsinki

Our small crew has journeyed from the countryside to the city by land, and now it’s time to set sail from Helsinki’s Halkolaituri pier. Surrounding the pier are numerous magnificent vessels adorned with various masts, plenty of ropes, fine details, and an aura of a bygone era. I’m no seasoned sailor, but standing on the […]

5 Best Skiing Spots in Helsinki

With the arrival of winter, Helsinki transforms into a true skiing city. During snowy winters, Helsinki delights skiers with a 200-kilometer network of ski trails, which allows one to traverse almost the entire city on skis from the central park. Paloheinä Paloheinä is a classic for skiing enthusiasts in Helsinki. Its diverse network of trails […]