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Outdoor destinations
Aerial view of an open bog, showing forested islands.

Siikaneva is the largest unbroken mire complex in the Pirkanmaa region and the most important mire protection area in the province. Expansive open mires unfold around the hiker, occasionally giving way to the mysterious atmosphere of old forest islets.

  • Vast open mire with forest islets
  • An excellent destination for a day trip
  • A valuable bird mire
  • Two campfire sites and a lean-to shelter

Activities and trails

You can go cross-country skiing off-track.

 Watery spots in the middle of an open bog.

Nature of Siikaneva

Siikaneva is the largest continuous mire in Pirkanmaa and the region’s most significant mire protection area.

Nature at the site

Visitor's checklist

  • The destination is a nature reserveEveryman’s Right are not valid as such in the nature reserve.
  • Temporary camping in the area is allowedTemporary camping with Everyman’s Right is allowed, except for parking areas. You can stay overnight in motorhomes in the parking area.
  • Make campfires only in designated sitesAlways check the current wildfire warning before making a fire. During a wildfire warning, fires are only allowed in cooking shelters with a chimney.
  • Remember to bring a trash bagThere are no waste bins in the area. Bring a trash bag and take the trash with you.
  • Always keep pets on a leashDog waste should be cleaned away from the paths.
Instructions and rules