{"id":4928,"date":"2023-04-19T09:52:54","date_gmt":"2023-04-19T06:52:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/visittampere.fi\/uncategorized\/national-parks-are-a-nature-experience-not-to-miss\/"},"modified":"2024-03-11T12:23:59","modified_gmt":"2024-03-11T10:23:59","slug":"national-parks-are-a-nature-experience-not-to-miss","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/visittampere.fi\/en\/articles\/national-parks-are-a-nature-experience-not-to-miss\/","title":{"rendered":"National parks are a nature experience not to miss"},"content":{"rendered":"

Seitseminen national park <\/strong><\/h2>\n

Seitseminen national park<\/a> is located in Ruovesi, about 50 kilometers from Tampere. You can reach Seitseminen via the Outdoor Express bus<\/a>, which operates once daily on weekends from May 3rd to September 1st, 2024. If you prefer greater flexibility, driving to the park is the best option. If this is your first trip to Seitseminen, it\u2019s worthwhile to start your visit at the Seitseminen Nature Centre<\/strong>, where you can get information about the park and the trails, and learn about the park\u2019s flora and fauna before heading out. Especially the kids will enjoy to spend time at the Nature Centre, and there\u2019s also a caf\u00e9-restaurant in there in case you get peckish before or after a day out in the lovely nature.<\/p>\n

There are several different types of trails to take in Seitseminen, ranging from an hours walk to a whole day\u2019s hikes. Most of the trails are forest paths and wood paths over the marsh areas, but for example the vantage point at Saari-Soljanen or the Kovero crown tenant farm are accessible also with a wheelchair or a buggy. In the winter there are separate cross country skiing tracks and in the summertime you can head to see the views also with your bike.<\/p>\n

To find out more about the Seitseminen national park, its services and trails go to nationalparks.fi pages.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Photo: Laura Vanzo \/ Visit Tampere<\/p><\/div>\n

Helvetinj\u00e4rvi national park
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Quite close to Seitseminen and also some 50 kilometer from Tampere you can find Helvetinj\u00e4rvi national park<\/a>. Helvetinj\u00e4rvi (Finnish for Hell\u2019s Lake) can be reached either by the Outdoor Express<\/a> bus or more conveniently by car.<\/p>\n

What makes Helvetinj\u00e4rvi a really interesting place to visit are the gorges, which have been dominating the landscape for millions of years. The landmark of the park is Helvetinkolu<\/strong> gorge, and the lakes surrounded by steep cliffs are amazing to see as well. The most epic view opens from the upper landing of the rugged Helvetinkolu to the bottom of the gorge and over Iso Helvetinj\u00e4rvi Lake. The main trail at Helvetinj\u00e4rvi national park, named aptly Helvetist\u00e4 It\u00e4\u00e4n (East of Hell), is about 4 kilometers long and along the route there\u2019s also the restaurant Helvetin Portti (Gateway to Hell). There are other trails as well, some longer and some shorter, and you can start following the larger hiking route network of Pirkan Taival from there too. Pirkan Taival also connects Helvetinj\u00e4rvi national park to that of Seitseminen.<\/p>\n

Get more information about Helvetinj\u00e4rvi national park at www.nationalparks.fi<\/a><\/p>\n

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Photo: Laura Vanzo \/ Visit Tampere<\/p><\/div>\n

Puurij\u00e4rvi and Isosuo national park<\/h2>\n

Just over an hours drive from Tampere, along the Kokem\u00e4enjoki river, is located the Puurij\u00e4rvi and Isosuo national park.\u00a0Luontoon.fi<\/a> describes the area consisting of vast marsh areas nad the shallow, green Puurij\u00e4rvi lake, which is an internationally important bird lake. Puurij\u00e4rvi and Isosuo national park opens a unique natural landscape at the heart of a historical cultural area. The area is perfect for a day trip.<\/p>\n

Puurij\u00e4rvi-Isosuo national park has three marked routes (0,5\u20132 km) leading to the birdwatching towers. Wetland bird habitats and natural state of the mires make the area unique, and here you might be able to see cranes, dragonflies and even the rare European beaver!<\/p>\n

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Photo: Laura Vanzo \/ Visit Tampere<\/p><\/div>\n

Isoj\u00e4rvi national park<\/h2>\n

Reached from Tampere in about one and a half hours by car, the Isoj\u00e4rvi national park<\/a> is located in Kuhmoinen.<\/p>\n

Luontoon.fi<\/a> site tells us, that the wooded hills and valleys around Lake Isoj\u00e4rvi bear traces left by both two-legged and four-legged loggers. Old cycle paths lead to former lumberjacks\u2019 cabins and croft houses. The only loggers working in the park today are beavers. It\u2019s hard to spot these shy animals, but you can\u2019t miss the impressive results of their labours. Keep an ear out for the red-throated diver and try to spot the rift valleys, formed in faults in the bedrock.<\/p>\n

There are several marked trails that can be combined into circular trails (4.5\u201311km), two nature trails (3\u20133.5km). The trail from Heretty to the Kannuslahti campfire site (500m) is suitable for visitors with prams. If you\u2019re visiting Isoj\u00e4rvi in the summertime, stop by at the Heretty cabin summer caf\u00e9!<\/p>\n

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Photo: Laura Vanzo \/ Visit Tampere<\/p><\/div>\n

Other information<\/h2>\n

Remember to respect nature while hiking! Everyone\u2019s right can be read here<\/a> and you can read about litter-free hiking here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Accessibility:<\/strong> The terrain of Helvetinj\u00e4rvi national park is challenging due to its hilly nature. Unobstructed access is possible only in Haukanhieta and its vicinity. An assistant is recommended for wheelchair users. In Seitseminen national park, the Saari-Soljanen ring route has unobstructed terrain of 0.5 km and there is also an unobstructed dry toilet. Starting point is Saari-Soljanen\u2019s cooking shelter. Read more on the Nationalparks.fi<\/a> website about accessibility in nature sites.<\/p>\n

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