Explore nature

Guidebook for natural sites

Valuable natural sites, such as nature reserves, natural monuments and interesting geological sites can be found everywhere in Espoo. Go on an adventure and learn about Espoo’s special features! The contents of the book Kotinurkilta kallioille – Espoon luontokohteet, which concerns the natural sites in Espoo, can now also be found online.

As a responsible hiker...

I favour marked routes as it reduces trampling damage.

I find out in advance where I can, for example, ride a mountain bike, ride a horse or come ashore.

I take any litter with me instead of leaving it in nature.

I only make fires on the marked campfire sites and only when there is no forest fire warning in force.

I only camp in permitted locations.

I keep my dog on a leash.

Right to roam and outdoor etiquette

Everyone has the right to move around in nature on foot or by skis or bicycle. Picking berries and mushrooms, angling and boating are also allowed. In nature reserves, however, the right to roam and activities such as mountain biking, coming ashore, making a fire and camping can be restricted. Respect nature and follow the outdoor etiquette!