Punkaharju Nature Reserve

An aerial photograph of a lake landscape extending to the horizon. There are alternating lakes and forests in the landscape. A long and narrow esker can also be seen in the picture.

Punkaharju esker ridge has been an internationally known tourist destination already for two hundred years due to the natural beauty of its landscape. It is one of Finland's national landscapes and the beautiful lake views seen between its majestic pines are still the biggest attraction of the area. 

Suitability: Amongst the numerous trails of the area there is something for everyone - also a lit trail and an accessible trail.

The area is managed by Metsähallitus, Parks & Wildlife Finland.

This is the web page nationalparks.fi/punkaharju