Nahkiaissalo nature trail in Kolovesi National park 3,3 km
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Nahkiaissalo nature trail is in the north-eastern part of the park, in the area Selkälahti. Trail is situated on the main land and also possible to reach by car. The trail is 3,3 km on demanding terrain. » See more information |
Punkaharju nature trail 3 km
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Hiking through the Kokonharju Nature Trail provides visitors with a unique chance to get acquainted with the pristine, indigenous forest ecosystem of Punkaharju. The trail follows the ridge of the beautiful Kokonharju esker, and along the way hikers can admire Finland’s tallest trees of several species. The trail passes through a European larch (Larix decidua) stand, where the average tree height is greater than in any other stand in Finland. The trail starts and ends at the arboretum, where visitors are introduced to more than 100 tree species and special forms of trees. » See more information |
Punkaharju culture trail 3,5 km
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The Punkaharju Culture Trail provides a chance to become acquainted with many spots of historical interest in the esker area. The trail is 3.5 km long and it is signposted with white marks on trees and direction signs. The trail may be joined at any point. It is also suitable for fitness enthusiasts, because the topography is rolling, and occasionally even physically demanding. » See more information |
Circular trail 7 km (Linnansaari National park)
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Circular trail, 7 km, is the most popular hiking trail in the park. The trail is in quite difficult terrain, and it is marked with orange circles. The trail goes through varying landscape, including herb-rich forests and grove-like moist forests. The duckboard bridge with handrails, which crosses Linnansaarenlampi Pond, can be slippery when it rains. Sturdy shoes are needed on the trails of Linnansaari. Walking this trail takes 3 - 4 hours. » See more information |
Linnonpolku Nature Trail 2 km (Linnansaari National park)
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Linnonpolku Nature Trail, 2 km, is in varying terrain. The trail is marked with orange circles. On this trail you can see how both the natural phenomena and the man shape the landscape. Through the trees you can see Lake Haukivesi, which is part of the Saimaa lake complex. On this trail, you can learn about the prehistorical phases of Lake Saimaa forming. You can also find out about the herb-rich forests, which are rare in Finland, and their importance in contributing to biodiversity. The most threatened bird in Finland, the White-backed Woodpecker (Dendrocopos leucotos) lives on the former slash-and-burn fields on the shores. In addition to the slash-and-burn birch forests, the influence of the man can be seen in the planted spruce forests, and in the imported Pinus contorta pines which were planted about 60 years ago. Walking this circular nature trail takes about 1 hour. » See more information |
