Measured
by the number of islands, Turku Archipelago, with its 40,000 or so islands
and islets, is among the world’s largest. The
southwest corner of Finland is a veritable treasure chest for the visitor. Let yourself be captivated by
the eye-pleasing archipelago scenery, the peacefulness of the countryside, the
relaxing impact of the nature activities or the cultural heritage of the region.
Would you like to enjoy the fresh sea
breeze and nature activities near Turku as close to the sea you can? Or take your family,
group of friends or company e.g. on a sail race in the
archipelago sea from Villa Wolax? Or would you like to let the experienced fishing guide of Fishing Patrol
show you the best places to fish a pike? Or explore the islands with rich flora & fauna with
the kayaks guided by Aavameri guides?
Or would you just like to relax? Perhaps take a cruise at leisure to admire the scenery with rocky islands, and
after that to enjoy the authentic Finnish sauna, delicious local dishes and
accommodation in archipelago surroundings offered by Paradise Island, Mama’s
Pocket or Archipelago Hotel Vaihela? Maybe you are looking for a luxury venue for a private party
or meeting? In that case Villa Airisto Charm with a fantastic sea view is your choice!
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| Companies mentioned in this post and their location |
If you are willing to get a deeper insight into the giant archipelago, take
for example a one week holiday and visit three heritage gems at one go. Begin with the old, picturesque iron works village of Mathildedal at the edge of the Teijo National Park which has a varied sea, lake
and bog landscape. Ruukintehtaat Resort offers you with food, accommodation and many activities. Travel with the ferryboat to the Island of Pensar Syd and enjoy the
tranquility of the nature by lodging in an own villa by the sea. Crown your
holiday with the fascinating Isokari
Island in the Bothnian Sea National Park, where the old lighthouse rises 50
meters above the sea level offering a breathtaking view in all directions.
If you have the
possibility for a longer holiday, take an excursion from Mathildedal to
Taalintehdas, yet another old iron works village by the sea, the location of a nice country shop
of Rosala Handelsbod, While in Pensar Syd you can combine visiting the charming Nauvo village with a
bustling guest harbor and stay a couple of nights in a traditional Finnish summer cottage at Hinders
some kilometers away. On the way out to Isokari Lighthouse Island stop by in
Kustavi, a nice archipelago municipality. Lootholma Resort offers accommodation and
activities for the whole family, and the traditional farm house milieu of
Itätalo Estate about 10 kilometers from the Kustavi center is the place to de-stress your mind.
For more
information click the home pages of the above mentioned companies (see the company
listing on the right) or find more inspiration for your holiday planning in the
web sites of Visit Turku or Turku Archipelago
Text: Telle Tuominen /TÙAS
Text: Telle Tuominen /TÙAS
