CyclingLength28 km
Duration(90min)
This bike tour from Vaasa city center via Old Vaasa to Pilvilampi is a wonderful experience for both body and soul, combining history and scenic views.
- Alkula Park
- Nature trail, barbecue areas and wind shelters in the lake Pilvilampi area
- Old Vaasa
Reitti vie sinut vilkkaasta keskusta kaupungin historiallisten kortteleiden läpi rauhallisempiin ulkoilualueisiin. Vanha Vaasa on kulttuurihistoriallisesti merkittävä kohde, joka kertoo kaupungin alkuvaiheista. Pilvilampi tarjoaa ympäri vuoden hienot mahdollisuudet taukoon, eväsretkeen ja luonnosta nauttimiseen. Reitti on helposti saavutettavissa ja sopii hyvin päiväretkeksi niille, jotka haluavat yhdistää nähtävyydet ja raikkaan ilman.
Length
28.0 km
Unpaved
27%
Duration
90min
Forest path
27%
Uphill section
-
Degree of difficulty (1-5)
3
Downhill section
-
Suited for biking
100%
Contact information
A cycling tour from Vaasa city center to lake Pilvilampi via Old Vaasa offers a delightful mix of nature and history. The tour starts in the heart of Vaasa, where you can admire the city’s historic buildings and bustling center. You cycle out of the city center through the residential areas of Hietalahti and Korkeamäki, eventually reaching Old Vasa, a place rich in history. The Ruin Park, featuring the ruins of Saint Mary’s Church and Wasa Trivial School, reminds visitors of the city’s early days and the great fire that completely destroyed the town in 1852. Here, you can learn more about Old Vasa and its attractions.
From Old Vasa, the route continues through Pappilanmäki, where you can stop by at Alkula Manor, dating back to the 18th century. There is much to see and discover for those interested in architectural history and cultural vegetation.
Continue cycling through the districts of Haapaniemi and Ristinummi towards Lake Pilvilampi. The recreational area around Pilvilampi is about 800 hectares in size, offering ski and cycling trails in the winter and marked hiking and cycling trails in summer. This area is a peaceful place, perfect for taking a break during the bike tour, for instance at the “Närvänmutka” barbecue area.