Into the wild

Paddling, boating, hiking, bicycling...Savonlinna and it´s surroudings are a paradise for a hiker searching for an active holiday. The groves and isles of Linnansaari national park and the ruggedly handsome cliffs of Kolovesi national park are perfect for summertime adventures. During your journey you might meet the inhabitants of Lake Saimaa´s wilderness, such as elks, bears, wildcats, foxes, rabbits and many lovely aquatic animals, the most famous of which is certainly the endangered Saimaa ringed seal.

Everyman's rights

Finland's legal concept of everyman's right gives everyone the chance to enjoy outdoor pursuits, and the freedom of the country's vast forests and fells, and many lakes and rivers, with few restrictions. Public access to private land is much wider in Finland, and the other Nordic countries, than in most of other countries.

This booklet explains everyman´s right in detail, with reference to the relevant legislation, and describes the responsibilitie that come with these rights (www.ymparisto.fi). Read the booklet here.