Summer in Finland is magical and for many of us it means a time to stop, enjoy nature and appreciate the little moments. We asked four Graniitti residents what their summer looks like, what their plans are and what makes summer special for them.
Read below to see what's in the plans and pick up eight tips for unforgettable summer experiences and activities around Finland at the end!
I spend my summer vacation working on my own home, doing minor surface renovations, but also visiting cottages and hiking.
In the summer, I especially enjoy cultural experiences, such as concerts and summer theater. There are many wonderful summer theater venues in Finland, where amateur groups perform shows that they have rehearsed all winter. I think this low-threshold culture is a great way to enjoy art and I warmly recommend it to others. At the cottage, I spend time in the sauna, swimming and grilling, and in the summer almost all the food is prepared on the grill.
A perfect summer day starts with a warm morning, when you can wake up in peace and enjoy breakfast outside in the sunshine. I often start the day by heating up the morning sauna at the cottage and jumping in for a morning swim. Music is playing in the background, or I just turn on the radio and pick up a book. I spend the evening by the grill preparing food and enjoying it outside.
Summer theaters are definitely worth experiencing and can also be combined with a comfortable overnight stay, for example in a local guesthouse, and a delicious meal in a summer restaurant. There are many restaurants in Finland that are only open in the summer, and they often offer a relaxed atmosphere and local ingredients. So it's worth taking advantage of these unique opportunities and enjoying both culture and good taste experiences.
In Pargas and at the cottage in the archipelago, in the summer landscapes of my childhood. I also like to take trips to nearby villages and sometimes go to Turku or even Åland.
In the summer I enjoy being outdoors, spending time in the cottage and following the summer events that come to the archipelago town. Summer theatres, markets and concerts are my favourites. I also like to take day trips by boat and explore new places. Yard work and gardening are also part of my summer days.
Grilled delicacies and fresh Finnish berries are absolute summer favorites. Traditional summer dishes, such as salad and pancakes from summer theater cafes, are also part of summer.
Nature awakening and people's sense of community. A perfect summer day starts with a long morning without an alarm clock, a morning sauna at the cottage and a refreshing dip. The day is spent outdoors, sometimes hiking, sometimes relaxing in the garden, and in the evening we enjoy good food and the peace of a summer evening on the terrace.
At an archipelago cottage, when after a hot day you can take a leisurely sauna, swim and sit on the terrace enjoying the sunset and the silence of a summer evening.
I recommend exploring the villages of the archipelago and using the ferry connections to get around. Summer theaters and local events offer wonderful experiences. It is also worth combining your trips with good food in local summer restaurants, which often use local food.
My summer is divided into two very different landscapes: I'm cycling in France for a charity event and spending time at a cottage in South Savo.
Summer includes spending time at the cottage and all the activities that go with it. I also do sports and hike in Lapland, where I can be in the middle of nature in peace.
Light and warmth. Nothing beats warm summer evenings and being able to be outside from morning to night.
Surprise surprise – being at the cottage. Especially after the sauna, when you sit in complete silence on the cottage terrace, that's when everything is just right.
A charity cycling trip to Paris that combines exercise with a wonderful experience.
This summer I plan to spend my vacation both in the city and at a cottage. I also plan to take a trip to Central Europe, where I plan to visit various destinations.
In the summer I enjoy being outdoors and spending time at the cottage. Often, summer vacations also include a trip abroad, like this time. At the cottage I enjoy the quiet and relaxation, while traveling brings variety and new experiences.
Summer definitely includes salads, grilled vegetables, pancakes and of course, domestic berries.
The summer atmosphere is intensified at a summer cottage, when after a hot day you can go to the sauna and swim without rushing and then sit on the sunny terrace enjoying the summer evening.
Explore the area's designer shops, enjoy the best pastries in the café, and stroll through the peaceful gardens.
On the summer terrace you can eat salmon soup, drink a glass of wine and stay to listen to live music as the evening falls.
Billnäs Gård now operates as a boutique hotel focused on wellness. Enjoy seasonal flavors inspired by local ingredients, stop by the summer pop-up event for bubbles and waffles, and relax with pampering spa treatments.
Puijo Tower offers a magnificent view of the lakes of Central Finland. When you feel hungry, stop by Kuopio Market Square and try the famous fish cake.
Take an evening cruise on Lake Saimaa, admire the beautiful archipelago scenery as the sun sets and enjoy the peace of a summer evening on the ship's deck. Many cruises also offer dinner or live music.
Feel the atmosphere of Porvoo's old town, walk along the cobblestone streets of Porvoo and stop by the small art boutiques. Finally, enjoy a coffee and a pastry in the atmospheric summer café. In the summer, the city is full of various events and art exhibitions.
For example, in the forests of Nuuksio there are several different and long nature trails and sites that are not worth missing. After the hike, you can grill sausages at the campfire and go for a swim.
Enjoy the sun on the cliffs, swim in the clear water and stop by the island's summer restaurant for a meal. For example, there are atmospheric restaurants in Lonna and Vallisaari. On Pihlajasaari you can rent a wood-fired sauna with stunning views of the open sea.
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