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Southwest Finland, also known as Finland Proper (Finnish: Varsinais-Suomi, Swedish: Egentliga Finland) is a region in the south-west of Finland. It borders the regions of Satakunta and Tavastia Proper. The region’s capital and most populous city is Turku.
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1. Archipelago National Park
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
The World's Most Magnificent Archipelago The labyrinthine Archipelago Sea, off Southwestern Finland, has more islands than any other archipelago in the world. It has also been described as the world's most beautiful archipelago. The archipelago scene varies from larger islands dotted with rustic pastures and vibrant villages, to wild and windswept rocky islets. Scheduled ferry services take locals and trippers to the main islands all year round. Location of Archipelago National Park in Finland: In Southwest Finland Region in the areas of Kemiönsaari and Pargas/Parainen. Arrival: By car, boat and public transportation. Activities: Sailing, canoeing, voluntary activities. Sights: Örö Fortress Island and varying nature with rugged rocky islets, forested islands and wide stretches of open sea, the glory of flowers in traditional agricultural landscapes, autumn storms, the silence of nature in winter. Suitability: Since the national park is only accessible by sea, a visit requires thorough planning. No services for visitors with mobility difficulties. Services: Archipelago Nature Centre Blue Mussel, excursion harbours, campfire sites, camping areas. Services of cooperating partners are also available. Trails: Ten nature trails on land (0.3-3km) introduce visitors to archipelago culture and nature and two underwater nature trails.
2. Helsingholmen Guest Harbour
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
3. Bike Rental - by Carfield
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5.0 based on 28 reviews
Bicycle rental in the Finnish archipelago.
4. Teijo National Park
5. Adventure Park
6. Alppiruusupuisto
7. Nunnalahti
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By JnkW - Espoo, Finland
This beach has everything you could ask war. Warm water, shallow close to waterline, well deep enough to swim without endless walking, piers and a raft to jump from, soft sand & lawns it the shade, showers, toilets, changing rooms, an icecream kiosk and rowing boats and sup boards for rent.
8. Uto
9. Kirjais
10. Turku University Botanical Garden
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4.5 based on 74 reviews
Experience both Finnish nature and the tropical rainforest throughout the year! The collection of over 5,000 plant species is a living display of the diversity of the plant kingdom. In the 6 greenhouses, you will experience the heat and scents of the tropics and see species ranging from tiny groundcover plants to the highest trees of the rainforest. Ornamental subtropical plants bring a breath of Mediterranean air, living fossils take you to the past, and the drought-resistant succulents surprise with their ability to adapt. In the outdoor gardens (23 hectares), the landscape changes with the four seasons. There are flowering plants from April to November but, in the autumn, leaves change color and winters are amazing, too. Free entrance to the outdoor gardens, open Mon-Sun 8 AM-8 PM. Indoor gardens and café, open Tue-Sun 10 AM-5 PM. Entrance fees to the greenhouses: Adults 7€; Children (0-7) free; Pensioners, students, youth (8-19) 5€; Family ticket (2 adults and their children) 18€.
