Nature in Espoo is worth experiencing – read more about excursion destinations in Espoo
Espoo is full of interesting excursion destinations for both families and those interested in long-distance adventures. Check the links to the recently updated hiking and nature pages and find your new favourite destination!
The city website has plenty of information about the nature and environment in Espoo. For example, did you know that up to 60 per cent of Espoo’s land area is covered by forests? Or that the shady groves of the Glomsinjoki river are the only place in Finland where the beetle species Bembidion monticola can be found? Diversity is present everywhere in Espoo, even underwater. The local shallow bays are important breeding grounds for fish.
In order to protect nature, we here at Espoo collect information on the state of nature and establish nature reserves. What can Espoo residents do for their local nature? We have collected a database of tips for helping nature!
Exploring boglands or adventuring through the archipelago? You choose!
Espoo is full of diverse nature and sites suitable for outdoor recreation. When spending time outdoors, stick to the marked routes and existing paths to protect nature from the impacts of heavy use. The page Explore nature has information about the different excursion destinations Espoo, including nature paths, birdwatching towers and archipelago.
The valuable natural sites of Espoo are presented in the book Kotinurkilta kallioille – Espoon luontokohteet (2021). The sites covered in the book can be found by listed city district in an electronic form on the page Natural sites in Espoo. Good destinations for a summer trip include the lush groves of the Glimsinjoki river, the verdant forests of Espoo Central Park and the Bergö birdwatching tower with gorgeous views of the Suvisaaristo archipelago. The archipelago boat keeps landlubbers dry when transporting them to the outer archipelago of Espoo.
Guided nature excursions are held in Espoo all year round. The excursions always have free admission. They range from activity-based family trips to more demanding tours intended for adults. Excursions held in May–June include destinations such as Iso Huopalahti on 18 May and the Tremanskärr nature trail on 8 June, among others.