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ROUTES AROUND FINLAND

After arrival in Finland, train is the greenest choice for traveling around. You can travel around by bike, by car, by coach and by train. Our road trip suggestions are based on traveling longer trips by train, bus and car and scenic routes by bike or by car

SOUTHERN FINLAND

EXPERIENCES IN SOUTHERN FINLAND
Drive through Finland in the summer and you'll find two colours dominating the scenery: green and blue. En route you will see interesting wooden architecture, beaches, handicraft markets, small town events, cafés and village shops. Explore spectacular nature, national parks and nature trails and experience the past, present and future of Finnish glass


HELSINKI REGION

SUSTAINABLE HELSINKI REGION
In Helsinki, region you can experience the Finnish way of life, eat with the locals, shop for Finnish delicacies and design and even go for a refreshing swim in the Baltic sea (all year round!). Within easy reach from Helsinki, Nuuksio National Park enables you to enjoy typically Finnish scenery, with lovely lakes and green forests 

COAST AND ARCHIPELAGO

EXPERIENCES BY BIKE IN COASTAL FINLAND
Finland's archipelago has more than 180,000 islands running along much of the coastline making the region an island-hoppers dream. The sizes vary from larger populated islands to very small ones – some accessible by road and others by a ferry or a boat. Looking for the 'bubbling under' cycling destinations - try the Costal Route or Archipelago Trails. En route you will see interesting wooden architecture, beaches, small town events, cafés and village shops

"SMALL AND IDYLLIC, OLD TOWNS ALONG FINNISH COASTAL LINE 
Get to know charm and history of Finnish south-east coastal towns. During the trip, you'll visit three Finnish towns, where atmosphere of East and West is almost tangible. Learn about the history, meet the locals, enjoy unspoiled Finnish nature and explore the biggest Archipelago in the world - not to forget about genuine Finnish sauna experience and delicious local food, that is, in fact, the cleanest in the whole Europe

LAKELAND

EXPERIENCES AROUND LAKE PÄIJÄNNE
Taking a trip on the Finnish lakes is much more than just water activities. Most of Finland's major cities are located on the shores and many of them on lake shores. They offer everything from shopping to history to unforgettable cultural experiences

EXPERIENCES BY BIKE IN LAKELAND FINLAND
Lakeland area is an ideal holiday destination, whether you long for the peace of the countryside and a clean environment, an adventure amidst the lakes, rivers and forests, or want to get to know a different European culture, with its countryside traditions and lovely small towns

WELCOME TO LAKELAND - THE HEART OF FINLAND
A blue labyrinth of lakes, islands, rivers and canals, interspersed with forests and ridges, stretching for hundreds of kilometers in a placid and staggeringly beautiful expanse. In the waters of Lake Saimaa, by far the greatest attraction is nature: the archipelago, over 14 000 islands, lake scenery and the clear water. If you are lucky, you may even see a Saimaa ringed seal basking on a rock on a summer's day. Enjoy the beautiful and pure Finnish nature, magnificent Lakeland views, intriguing cultural sights in addition to local food and people

DISCOVERING THE FINNISH ROOTS
Finnish people are most characterized by their love and close relationship to nature. It has traditionally been the source of livelihood but most importantly is it the place where we retreat to from the hussle and bustle of the modern world. Nature makes us happy, one of the happiest nations in the world. It has also been the source of inspiration for artists for centuries. Iconic landscape, like Koli in Lakeland has given us some of the most meaningful pieces of art in Finnish history

LAPLAND

ARCTIC NATURE
Summer in Lapland is a season like no other – there are endless white nights and peaceful arctic nature as far as the eye can see. Summer's glow is followed by the majestic season of fall when Lapland gets its truly iconic 'ruska' colors. This is the best season to go for a hike in one of Lapland's many national parks. It is meditation and mindfullness all wrapped in one in one of the world's most unique and breath-taking sceneries. And don't forget the best and purest air and water this planet has to offer

ARCTIC EXPERIENCES IN ROVANIEMI & PYHÄ – LUOSTO
Cross the border of Arctic Circle under the midnight sun and have an extraordinary summer experience in the Finnish Lapland. Experience the abundance of Finnish forests' green gold and try the local flavors while getting to know Everyman's rights. Have a talk with Santa Claus and see what he is up to during the summer season. Have a traditional sauna experience and fill your lungs with fresh air while enjoying the scenery of the fells and forests on foot, by canoe, even by a fat bike. Return with unique memories and relaxed feeling knowing that while enjoying your holiday, you also contributed to the local community and cared for the nature thanks to making sustainable choices

LAPLAND ROADTRIP
The northernmost part of Finland, Lapland, is the magical arctic region full of contrasts

 

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Sustainable Travel Finland

Sustainable Travel Finland label will make it easier for travel trade and travellers to recognize a tourism company and destination that takes sustainability seriously. The label is only awarded for those companies and destinations that have undergone the entire Sustainable Travel Finland programme and fulfilled the criteria. The programme includes regular auditing and renewal of the label. Find sustainable travel options and STF labelled companies on VisitFinland.com.

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