Discover Helsinki’s Archipelago by Rowing – Experience the Sea Your Way
Helsinki is a beautiful maritime capital, but for many residents and visitors the threshold for getting out on the water has traditionally been high. Owning a boat requires time, money and effort. Natura Viva’s urban rowing boats change this by offering everyone an affordable, easy and low-threshold way to head out on an adventure.
Vuosaari Paddling Center and Aurinkolahti serve as gateways to the magnificent archipelago of Eastern Helsinki. Here, clean waters, quiet coves and unique excursion destinations await — places that were previously accessible only to motorboat users. With a rowing boat, you move at your own pace, listening to and respecting nature.
Why choose a rowing boat?
Ecology: Rowing is completely emission-free and quiet. You can observe seabirds and nature up close without the sound of a motor scaring them away.
Wellbeing: Light rowing is excellent everyday exercise that calms the mind and strengthens the body.
Accessibility: For €10, anyone can try boating. If you row regularly, the season pass offers rowing enjoyment for the whole summer for just €49.
Health benefits of rowing: Effective exercise and peace of mind
Rowing is one of the most comprehensive forms of exercise. Contrary to what is often believed, rowing does not only strain the arms — it activates almost all major muscle groups: legs, back, core and arms.
Joint-friendly training: Rowing is a smooth movement that does not put strain on the joints in the same way as, for example, running.
Raises the heart rate: Brisk rowing improves fitness and endurance almost without you noticing, while you enjoy beautiful scenery.
Nature therapy: Being at sea and the rhythmic splash of the oars have been proven to lower stress hormones. It is a perfect way to reset after a working day or start the weekend.