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Summer in Finland - Refreshingly Different

Summer in Finland is a frenzy of activity, with festivals of song and dance staged across the country that make the most of the long light evenings. The Finnish summer is a magical and energizing time, whether you fancy quietly communing with nature or enjoying the feverish cultural life of the towns and cities.


Finland’s vast, meandering waterways of lake, coast and river lend themselves to more actively exciting pursuits, such as canoeing and sailing, while the network of quiet and scenic coastal and country roads are inspiring routes for cyclists.

You can spend a refreshingly different holiday in Finland pursuing various outdoor activities. Here you’ll see a few examples of activity packages for cyclists, hikers, canoeists and horse-riding enthusiasts. You’ll find the same packages in the Active in Finland brochure as well as lots of other interesting suggestions for holidaymakers.

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Lingonberries

Everyman's Rights

Finland's forests, lakes and rivers present incomparable surroundings in which to relax and enjoy the fresh air and unspoilt natural environment. Thanks to the concept of ‘Everyman's Rights’, there is far greater freedom to roam freely in Finland than in most other countries. This freedom, however,
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Biking in Finland

General Information about Cycling in Finland

Many of the winter ski resorts become mountain bike resorts during the summer. Places offering pre-planned routes, cycle hire and guided excursions include Lahti, Kuopio/Puijo, Tahko, Hallanmaa, Ruka, Rovaniemi/Ounasvaara, Levi, Ylläs and Saariselkä. Other places in Finland also organize mountain bi ...
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Kiutaköngäs in Oulanka National Park, Finland

Hiking Areas

The further north and east you go, the bigger the forests and higher the hills become. Lakes are plentiful but the landscape becomes bleaker than in the south, whilst vast areas of bogland abound.
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Hiking in Finnish Lapland

How to Prepare for a Trek or a Hike

Excursionists and hikers appreciate the beauty of the wild and spend time in the nature on nature's terms, without causing disturbance or disruption. Read guides and study maps before departure to make the most of your trip. Don't forget to exercise regularly before the holiday to make the trek as p ...
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Cloudberry - a Finnish delicacy from the nature

National Parks with Unique Natural Sights

The national parks include many unique natural sights, such as rapids, rift valleys and eskers. Localities with outstanding picturesque scenery or panoramic views have also been selected for preservation. In yet other places the aim has been to preserve landscapes affected by human habitation and by ...
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Last Modified 04/16/2008  
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