The heart of Luukki, which is one of the most popular outdoor recreation areas in the Helsinki region, is an old manor. Nature trails, in winter ski trails. Cooking shelters by the ponds. Also an area for caravans.
Luukki recreation area is owned by the City of Helsinki.
Vuosaari landfill hill is a man-made recreational area in north Vuosaari. The former dump and landfill area has become an open natural area where domestic plants grow naturally in meadowy and rocky conditions. Since its 60 metres in height, there's also a viewing point with a magnificent view over the surrounding area and eg. the Vuosaari harbour.
Oittaa recreational area, located at the southern end of Lake Bodom, offers multiple possibilities for outdoor activities.
In winter season Oittaa recreational area offers (weather permitting) cross country skiing trails, ice skating, snow shoeing, mountain biking trails and ice swimming. The sauna at the old barn is heated daily during winter season, in summer during weekends.
In summer the beach by the Bodom lake at Oittaa is one of the most popular ones in Espoo. In the area you can also find a frisbee golf course, a beach volleyball field, a permanent orienteering course and an Angry Birds-playground.
From Oittaa recreational area it is also possible to reach Nuuksio national park and Luukki recreational area via outdoor- and nature trails.
The restaurant at Oitta offers tasty and healthy treats as well as lunch. And there's an equipment rental here as well.
Mustikkamaa is located south of Kulosaari, about 5 km from city centre. Mustikkamaa is a popular outdoor recreation area with eg. a beach, kiosk, café and restaurants and tennis courts as well as a summer theatre. Since 1964 a bridge has connected Mustikkamaa to Kulosaari. In 2016 a pedestrians bridge, Isoisänsilta, was opened from the new Kalasatama residential area to Mustikkamaa. The way to Helsinki zoo, Korkeasaari, is also through Mustikkamaa.
Haltiala is the largest recreational forest area in Helsinki. Several of the nature sights in the Central park are concentrated at the Haltiala area. Most of these can be seen along the nature trails in the area.
Niskala Arboretum, a tree species park in the Haltiala area, can also be visited along nature trails.
The whole Haltiala area is like a picture of a traditional Finnish rural landscape. At the Haltiala farm visitors have an opportunity to acquaint themselves with domestic farm animals. In the summers, the fields of the farm are cultivated with traditional crops and colourful flowers. There are also events at the farm, especially during Easter and Christmas. Café-restaurant Wanha Pehtoori is also located here.
Nuuksio Haukanpesä guide hut is the perfect starting point for an outdoor adventure in Nuuksio National Park. Rent an open canoe, SUP-board, rowing boat or fatbike to explore the secrets of the national park. Get tasty snacks and a lovely cup of coffee from Cafe Silva. Also a large variety of guided tours for individuals and groups available. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the Nuuksio!
Kivinokka is a popular public recreational area in the Vanhankaupunginlahti bay area of Helsinki. Thousands of city dwellers spend their free time close to nature in this maritime environment. Kivinokka boasts beaches, a nature trail, ancient woodlands, a summer café, a mansion house, summer huts and an allotment garden.
Kivinokka is an area of diverse historical and natural value where one can take a trip outdoors, go for a jog or a swim, enjoy a coffee, watch birds or just have a walk.
