Explore nature
Head outdoors and explore Vantaa’s diverse nature! Go on a bike ride, relax on the beaches, explore local trails or take part in a guided nature hike.
Take a peek into Vantaa’s local nature
You don't always have to travel far to experience the rugged beauty of nature. Vantaa is full of exciting and fascinating natural features, some of which may be found just a stone's throw away from where you are. Nature can be found nearby, if you give it a chance.
Vantaa's Kuusijärvi
Vantaa's Kuusijärvi is a diverse nature and recreational area in Kuninkaanmäki district in Eastern Vantaa. Come to Kuusijärvi to go to the sauna, swim...
Sipoonkorpi National Park
Sipoonkorpi is a wide natural region divided between Vantaa, Helsinki, and Sipoo. Sipoonkorpi National Park consists of diverse forests, mires, rocky...
The Petikko outdoor recreational area (in Finnish)
The Petikko outdoor recreational area is a versatile, roughly 1700 hectare recreational area in western Vantaa. Petikko has quality trails and ski...
Learn about everyman’s rights and outdoor etiquette
In Finland everyone is free to enjoy nature, regardless of who owns the land. Everyone’s rights apply to everyone regardless of age, gender, or nationality. However, the landowner or any animals are not to be disturbed and no harm must be done to the environment.
Outdoor etiquette
Get to know the outdoor etiquette and be a responsible hiker. More detailed instructions for different hiking destinations vary, so remember to always...
Everyman’s rights
Everyman’s rights refer to everyman’s right to spend time in nature regardless of who owns the area.
Events
tapahtumat.vantaa.fiGuided nature hikes are open to everyone. Schedules are announced annually in the capital area hike calendar.
More outdoor activities
Uusimaa outdoor recreation areas
Easy decisions and endless opportunities – find information on the versatile recreation areas in Uusimaa conveniently in one place.
Outdoor Exercise Map
The outdoor exercise map is a digital map service on which you can find information on places to hike, swim or ski.
