Tag Archive for: Raasepori

Mustio Ironworks in Raseborg Surprised with Its Winter Beauty

Our small ironworks tour around Raseborg over the weekend had already taken us through Antskog, Fiskars and Billnäs when we finally arrived in Mustio (Svartå) for the grand finale. As in the previous destinations, it was quiet here as well – apart from a duck drifting on the rippling water, we were completely alone. The […]

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.

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 […]

Korpudden is a Small-Scale Haven

In paid collaboration with Visit Raseborg Korpudden, nestled in the picturesque Finnish wilderness of Raasepori, offers a five-star hiking experience in a compact package. This small peninsula, surrounded by ancient forests and crisscrossed with hidden trails, boasts two cozy campfire spots. The serene views of the lake have a soothing effect, making it the perfect […]

This Small Coastal Village Deserves Your Attention: Impressive Ancient Viewpoint and Fine Maritime Nature Trail Await in Pohja

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 […]

Billnäs Ironworks Village is becoming Finland’s hanami paradise – walk there along Åvallen route from the beautiful Pumpviken Park

In a commercial collaboration with Visit Raseborg Hanami is a Japanese cherry blossom festival celebrated when the cherry trees burst into a stunning pink bloom. Billnäs itself, a picturesque ironworks village in Raseborg (Raasepori), approximately an hour’s drive from Helsinki, is reportedly home to the largest concentration of cherry trees in Finland. In a few […]

One of the most beautiful hiking areas in Raseborg hides among the reed beds and hazel groves – hiking on the trails of lake Lepinjärvi at dawn

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. […]

Culture & cardio – experience the Embankment route from the capital region to Fiskars on a train and bike

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 […]

An impressive cycling route in Raseborg: Presenting the 46-kilometre long Front Line Route

In commercial cooperation with Visit Raseborg Article by Mika Puskala The 46-kilometre long Front Line Route in Raseborg is an interesting, beautiful and also thought-provoking cycling route which starts from and ends in Ekenäs. The adventure awaits only a train ride away for example from Helsinki. History of the war is still present in many […]

Slopes in the summer season are the perfect playground for bicycle riders – we tried downhill mountain biking in Påminne Bike Park

In partnership with Visit Raasepori I mount the bike and let the lift pull me up the bare skiing slopes. On the summit I take my time to admire the landscapes in all directions while a fresh breeze clears my mind. For a while I consider tempting and versatile route options and finally choose the […]