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Outdoor destinations
Syksyinen puustoinen laidunniitty.

The small Espoonlahti Nature Reserve, also known as Fiskarsinmäki with its surroundings is a pleasant destination especially in the spring, when colourful flowers cover the Fiskarsinmäki hill. It is easy to explore the lush nature of the area on a short one-kilometre walking route.

  • An herb-rich forest, hardwood trees, reed beds and a meadow
  • For the whole family
  • A kilometre-long circle trail
  • View from the observation tower over the Espoonlahti bay
  • Rest area for migratory birds
  • Grazing cattle in the summer

Activities and trails

Espoonlahti is part of the Finnish birdlife protection programme.

Fishing in the Mankinjoki river is permitted with a fisheries management fee.

Alhaalta päin kuvattuna lehmukset auringon paisteessa.

Natural Features of Espoonlahti Nature Reserve

The Espoonlahti Nature Reserve, in Finland's southern oak zone, protects coastal nature, herb-rich forests, hardwood stands, and meadows.

Nature at the site

Visitor's checklist

  • The destination is a nature reserveEveryman's Rights are not valid as such in the nature reserve.
  • Making fire is forbidden
  • Camping in the area is prohibited
  • Always keep pets on a leashDog waste should be cleaned away from the paths.
  • Remember to bring a trash bagThere is no recycling point in the area. Bring a trash bag and take the trash with you.
Instructions and rules