Haltia Recreational Area, also known as Haltia Gate, is an absolutely stunning destination that brings together the best of Nuuksio's famous landmarks, top-notch services, and the breathtaking beauty of Finnish nature. It’s the ultimate spot to explore, unwind, and experience Finland’s incredible outdoors in all its glory - with an excellent public transport connection whether you are arriving from a different part of Espoo or Helsinki.
How does it work?
In this article, you will find six different pre-made day trip itineraries for the Haltia Recreational Area that are flexible and customizable exactly to your needs. Some of the suggested activities are suitable for individual travelers, while others require a minimum number of participants. If you cannot meet the minimum number of participants, we recommend reaching out to the service provider. All year-round and seasonal activities are listed with a note of availability and duration.
First of all, how do you get there?
Whether arriving from different locations in Espoo or from Helsinki City Center, you can hop on the HSL public transport and come by buses 245 (from autumn to spring) or 245A (summer season) from Espoo Center (Espoon Keskus). The bus stop Haltia is situated right in front of the Finnish Nature Centre Haltia and the car parking lot.
1) For Finland Bucket List fulfillers
Morning / Daytime Activity:
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Finnish Nature Centre Haltia - self-guided visit to exhibitions = approx. 1 hour, suitable for individual travelers, all year round
Nature Exhibitions at Haltia with an audio guide = approx. 1 hour, suitable for individual travelers, all year round
Guided Tour at Finnish Nature Centre Haltia = 1 hour, suitable for individual travelers, all year round
Lunch Break:
Afternoon / Evening Activity:
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Nordic Adventure with Reindeers = 3 hours, book with a group of 8-20 persons, all year round
Visit Nuuksio Reindeer Park = 1-3 hours, suitable for individual travelers - public open times are available only on weekends all year round
Public Sauna and Swimming at Folkhälsal Sollvalla Beach Sauna = 1-3 hours, suitable for individual travelers - open for public on Saturdays between 12:00-15:00 all year round
Private sauna booking at Finnish Nature Centre Haltia = 2 hours, private booking for 1-12 persons, all year round
2) For Unique Adventure Seekers
Morning / Daytime Activity:
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Track & Signs Guided Tour = 2 hours, book with a group of 6-20 persons, all year round
Birds of Nuuksio Guided Tour = 3 hours, book with a group of 6-15 persons, April - September
Lunch Break:
Afternoon Activity:
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Abseiling Adventure = 2-3 hours, book with a group of 8-25 persons, available April - December
Ice Climbing Guided Tour = 3 hours, book with a group of 8-25 persons, available January - March
The Artic Storm = 3 hours, book with a group minimum of 8 persons, available during winter season
3) For Active Travelers
Morning / Daytime Activity:
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Nuuksio Viewpoint Hike guided tour = 2,5 hours, book with a group of 6-20 persons, all year round
E-Fatbiking guided tour = 2 hours, book with a group of 8-15 persons, available between April - October
Snowshoeing guided adventure = 2 hours, suitable for individual travelers, available between January - April - based on weather conditions
Lunch Break:
Afternoon / Evening Activity:
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Regular and E-Fatbike rental = 2 hours, suitable for individual travelers, available all year round
Nuuksio Forest Hike guided tour = 2 hours, suitable for individual travelers, available between April - October
Private Lesson in Nuuksio Bikepark = 1-2 hour, suitable for individual travelers, available between April - October
4) For Wellbeing Enthusiasts
Morning / Daytime Activity:
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Early Morning Forest Hike guided tour = 1,5 hours, book with a group of 6-20 persons, available between April - October
Self-guided trail on Wellbeing from nature: follow guidance to the Maahisenkierros trail = approx. 1 hour, suitable for individual travelers, all year round
Guided tour: Looking for a Human Nature at Finnish Nature Centre Haltia = 1 hour, suitable for individual travelers, all year round
Lunch Break:
Afternoon/ Evening Activity:
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Forest Yoga & Herbal Tea = 2 hours, book with a group of 6-20 persons, all year round
Primavera Forest & Bodycare tour = 2 hours, book with a group of 6-20 persons, all year round
Guided tour: Evening swim at the lake = 2 hours, book with a group of 6-20 persons, available between June - August
Private sauna booking at Finnish Nature Centre Haltia = 2 hours, private booking for 1-12 persons, all year round
5) For Food Lovers
Morning / Daytime Activity:
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Edible Finnish Wilderness guided tour = 2 hours, suitable for individual travelers, available between June - September
Wild Herbs of Nuuksio guided tour = 2 hours, book with a group of 6-25 persons, available between May - September
Lunch Break:
Afternoon/Evening Activity:
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Guided tour: Watch out! - learn about Finnish nature's dangers and powers = 1,5 hours, suitable for individual travelers, available between June-September
Outdoor pancake cooking with wilderness guide = 1,5 hours, suitable for individual travelers, available between June - September
Wine in the Woods wine-tasting guided tour = 2 hours, suitable for individual travelers, available on Fridays-Saturdays between May - September
6) For Culture, History, and Stories Explorers
Morning / Daytime Activity:
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Haltia - The Pearl of Architecture guided tour = 1 hour, suitable for individual travelers, all year round
Best of Nuuksio in one hour guided tour =1 hour, suitable for individual travelers, available June - September
Lunch Break:
Afternoon / Evening Activity:
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Spirits of the Finnish Forests guided tour = 2 hours, suitable for individual travelers, available June - September
Mythical Forest guided tour = 2 hours, book with a group of 10-20 persons, all year round
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