In co-operation with Hungry for Finland we have created a tasty trip to the South-West region of Finland and worlds largest archipelago. Start your culinary trip from Pori, explore the archipelago one town at the time and get try their best tastes. Turku and Naantali specially are known for being great places for foodies!

Kotka is located an hour and half from Helsinki, in the southeast corner of Finland. Kotka is well-known as a popular seaside city and it is perfect getaway destination for the weekend. During this weekend holiday you are able to see some of the best parts of Kotka like all the beautiful parks, Mansikkalahti Beach and some nature. Not to forget to mention Market Square where you can buy original "posso". Sweet doughnut-like treat filled with apple jam.

Bicycle along the Finnish coastline and in the Finnish archipelago through amazing seaside landscapes. You will pass beautiful sceneries, forests, lakes, coastal beaches and small idyllic villages. You stay overnight in small hotels and B&Bs and relax yourself in Finnish saunas. Enjoy local fresh food and delicacies in the cafeterias and restaurants along the route.

The surroundings of Kotka and Hamina has a comprehensive range of places to visit for history enthusiasts. Alternatively, you can enjoy the nature in the marine archipelago scenery, by the Kymijoki rapids or in the Valkmusa National Park, which offers magnificent Finnish scenery. There is a lot to experience nearby!

The Small Archipelago Trail is a shorter option of the main Archipelago Trail. It turns off the large trail in Nagu where you take a ferry via the remarkable Seili Island directly to Hanka in Naantali. The Small Archipelago Trail is a roundtrip that is about 120 km. The route runs through five towns, fifteen permanently inhabited islands and some smaller uninhabited islands. By cycling around the Small Archipelago Trail by bike you get flexibile during the whole way you can enjoy unbelievable sceneries Availability until 29.08.2021

You will face the seaside nature and cultural encounters just by the water. Combining nature destinations and city experiences you will get most out of your journey. Every place you visit offers you options for local restaurants and cafés. In Turku and Rauma you can visit and learn about maritime culture and history in exhibitions.

Walking in the middle of old wooden houses is like stepping into a fairytale world: colorful buildings, ornate facades, cobbled streets which create an atmosphere that exudes the past. In the old wooden house towns on the southwest coast of Finland you will find many restaurants, cafes, boutiques and museums. Most of the wooden house towns were built in the 18th and 18th centuries. The areas are well cared for, which guarantees that we are able to admire these unique and historic sites in the future as well.

The maritime of Espoo and Kirkkonummi is unparalleled. Experience unforgettable experiences and a marine atmosphere on this themed route. This route is suitable for families, couples, and groups of friends who love the sea and the archipelago. The trip can be done as it is, or it can be modified to suit your liking and your own schedule.

Spend a holiday in the capital for a short or longer time, and experience Helsinki's diverse nature, restaurant and cultural offerings. On this holiday you can leave your car at home, take the public transport bus to Nuuksio National Park, the connecting ferry to Suomenlinna or the metro to Aurinkolahti shore boulevard. There is also plenty to see and experience in the center of Helsinki; stunning architecture of old buildings and churches, lovely parks to have a picnic and the hustle and bustle of the market square!

The maritime of Espoo and Kirkkonummi is unparalleled. Experience unforgettable experiences and a marine atmosphere on this themed route. This route is suitable for families, couples, and groups of friends who love the sea and the archipelago. The trip can be done as it is, or it can be modified to suit your liking and your own schedule.

Shiny yellow car ferries and smaller blue and white passenger ferries, fantastic views from bridges and causeways, cute red wooden buildings, marinas brimming with sailing boats, these are all memories you will take home from The Archipelago Trail. The sea is never far away in one of the world’s most beautiful archipelagos. You will visit most of the major islands in the archipelago. Each island has its own special charm. The route meanders through historic villages where you can find plenty of things to do during the summer. (test)