Hiking in Päijät-Häme

Pirunkirkko (translates as Devil’s Church) is an impressive rapakivi granite rock formation in Paistjärvi Area in Heinola. It is a leaning cliff forming a cave that resembles a gigantic lean-to shelter.

Koskensaari nature trail - a green oasis in the Kymenvirta River

Kammiovuori also known as the roof of Sysmä, is a beautiful place of peace and quiet and a great destination for a day trip. The top of the hill offers spectacular views far to Lake Päijänne and over the rugged rock land – the remains of ancient fold mountains formed almost two billion years ago.

At the Paistjärvi area, you can enjoy a real feel of wilderness and diverse nature less than 30 kilometres away from the town centre of Heinola.

The Aurinko-Ilves trail passes through the beautiful surroundings of the Vääksy Canal to the vast network of hiking trails in Evo. The connecting route is suitable for experienced hikers and leads to the stunning landscape of Aurinkovuori, through paths and old forest tracks towards the woodlands and trails of Evo.

Nauti Vääksyn kanavan ainutlaatuisesta tunnelmasta, poikkea kahvilla tai ostoksilla Vanhan Vääksyn idyllisissä putiikeissa ja tutustu salaperäiseen Norrlinin puistoon Vääksynjoen kupeessa.

Lehmusreitti (Tilia Trail) is an urban nature trail, which goes around the centre of Lahti, never veering more than two kilometres from the central market square.

Pulkkilanharju, located in Päijänne National Park, offers hikers wonderful lake views in ridge terrain shaped by the ice age.

Harjut, järvet, kauneus ja salaperäisyys - niistä koostuu Lemmenharjun satumainen luontopolku.

The stunning Päijänne-Ilves trail leads you through beautiful countryside, pristine woodlands and rolling fields, across babbling brooks and through the grounds and tree-lined paths of a historic manor house. At the end of the trail, enjoy the blue waters and sandy beach of a beautiful lake – a perfect end to your day!