Service group: Environment & nature
Development of Kuusijärvi
Kuusijärvi will be developed into an all-year site for nature and recreational activities, on the terms of the local nature and landscapes.
Find your way to Kuusijärvi
Kuusijärvi nature and recreation area invites you to enjoy its atmosphere every day of the year! Kuusijärvi is open to everyone, and it is an excellent destination for outdoor activities, hiking and relaxation all year round.
Kuusijärvi nature and history
The intriguing history of Kuusijärvi is full of kings, tragic maidens and a horse rider who lost his sword. The name of Kuusijärvi (“Spruce lake”) comes from a small lake surrounded by spruce trees.
Vantaa's Kuusijärvi
Vantaa's Kuusijärvi is a diverse nature and recreational area in Kuninkaanmäki district in Eastern Vantaa. People come to Kuusijärvi to go to the sauna, swim, hike in nature and relax all year round.
Nature reserves
Nature reserves that maintain biodiversity throughout the city are an integral part of Vantaa's green network.
Support for the activities of youth groups and organisations
Youth services promote the operating conditions of youth organisations and youth groups active in the city and support young people's opportunities to be active in and impact society.
Environmental permits and notifications
Permits for matters under the Environmental Protection Act, Waste Act, Water Act, Section 161 a of the Land Use and Building Act, Land Extraction Act and the environmental protection provisions of the City of Vantaa.
Health protection control
Environmental Health Services are responsible for the quality control of drinking and bathing water as well as monitoring health matters related to housing and indoor air. Control activities are also carried out, for example, in schools and day care centres, nursing homes and public sports
Bird year
Vantaa celebrates bird-theme year in 2022, during which special attention will be paid to many familiar bird species’ becoming endangered. The theme-year program consists of bird trips and a photo competition.
Fishing
Vantaa offers fishing opportunities in Vantaanjoki and Keravanjoki and the city’s outdoor recreation areas in Sipoo, Kirkkonummi and Inkoo.