Visitors to the Uddskatan area must stay on the marked trail at all times. The Tulliniemi nature path is 7,5 km long.
In the Uddskatan Nature Reserve you can experience maritime nature, gaze at the horizon across the Gulf of Finland and follow the Salpausselkä esker ridge until it dives into the sea. Here you’ll be able to see clear traces of the Ice Age, such as rock and sand beaches and smooth rock faces. The tip of the Hankoniemi peninsula is a sanctuary for many endangered species and a rest stop for birds. Indeed, the area offers outstanding opportunities for birdwatching and study.
- The southernmost point of mainland Finland
- Outstanding opportunities for birdwatching
- A sanctuary for many endangered species
- Unique meadow and sand species
- Clear traces of the Ice Age, such as rock and sand beaches and smooth rock faces
Activities and trails
Uddskatan Nature Reserve is an outstanding spot for bird watching.
The nature of Uddskatan
Uddskatan and Tulliniemi are very maritime in nature. Jutting far out to sea they offer visitors an opportunity to experience the maritime zone and outer archipelago without leaving the mainland.
Nature at the site
Cape of customs and pilots
The location of Tulliniemi and Uddskatan in the Gulf of Finland has made them an important site for pilots and customs officers, as well as for merchant ships and military operations.
History of the destinationVisitor's checklist
The destination is a nature reserveEveryman’s Right are not valid as such in the nature reserve.
There are movement restrictions in the areaVisitors to the Uddskatan area must stay on the marked trail at all times.
Making fire is forbiddenCampfires are prohibited in the area. Please note that disposable grills are also considered open fires.
Always keep pets on a leashAlso remember a dog waste bag and clean up after your dog.
Remember to bring a trash bagThere are no waste bins in the area. Bring a trash bag and take the trash with you.