In Punkaharju, one of Finland’s official national landscapes, there is a spot where smooth rock slopes gently and evenly into the clear waters of Lake Puruvesi. Higher up on the wooded bank stands a lean-to shelter, accessible also by wheelchair or with a stroller. This place is called Karjalankallio, “The Rock of Karelia,” a beautiful […]
Punkaharju is one of Finland’s 27 designated national landscapes. The area offers accommodation such as a hotel, and Punkaharju is easily accessible by train. The scenic ridge meandering along the shores of the crystal-clear Lake Puruvesi is an excellent hiking destination. It offers several circular trails as well as the more branching Harju Trail Network, […]
Lake riding with Finnhorses in Finland
In commercial collaboration with Kanava Resort and SaimaaHoliday Oravi One of the best places to see the cute and endangered saimaa ringed seal, native to Finland only!, is Linnansaari National Park situated in South Savo. The national park consists of hundreds of islands, so you’ll need to get on the water or at least be […]
Eagerly, I scurry towards the shore where a charming boat awaits at the dock. The evening in May is breathtakingly beautiful and bright, filled with the sheer joy of a boat trip, but the excitement is heightened by the anticipation of possibly spotting my first Saimaa ringed seals! We depart from the shore of Puumala […]
