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FAQ – Locations and getting there

Natura Viva locations and getting there – frequently asked questions

Where are Natura Viva's locations?

Natura Viva has ten locations in the Helsinki metropolitan area and in the national parks of Southern Finland:

Each location page has a map link and detailed directions. You can also see all locations on the season pass destinations map.

How do I get to the locations by public transport?

  • Vuosaari: bus 560 to the end of Harbonkatu, or the metro to Rastila and a 15–20 minute walk.

  • Melontaranta: bus 61, 611 or 561. You can combine the bus with a train.

  • Kivinokka: the metro to Kulosaari or Herttoniemi, then on foot, by bus or by city bike.

  • Matinkylä: from central Helsinki by metro, combined with bus 520 or 531.

  • Sipoonranta: bus 841, 842 or 844 from Itäkeskus. You can reach Itäkeskus by metro, for example.

  • Korpilampi: bus 239 or 345. From central Helsinki you can combine a train with bus 239.

  • Nuuksio: bus 245 from Espoo Centre.

Check the current route in the HSL Journey Planner. Each location page has a ready-made route search – just enter your starting point.

Can I come by car? Where do I park?

  • Vuosaari: parking spaces are in front of the paddling center. On weekdays there is a 4-hour parking limit.

  • Melontaranta: the car park is about 150 metres from the beach and the rental.

  • Kivinokka: there is no car parking at Kivinokka. We recommend public transport, cycling or walking.

  • Matinkylä: street parking is limited. Remember your parking disc.

  • Suvisaaristo: the car park is about 200 metres from the beach.

  • Sipoonranta: municipal street parking of Sipoo.

  • Korpilampi: the hotel's car park.

  • Nuuksio, Teijo and Repovesi: Metsähallitus (Parks & Wildlife Finland) car parks are free of charge and have no time limit. In Nuuksio, the small car park is closer and the large one, also suitable for buses, is a little further away, about 100–300 metres from the Haukanpesä sauna and Cafe Haukka.

Can I stay overnight in the national park car parks?

No. Camping in Metsähallitus car parks is not allowed.

Can I come by bike?

Yes! We recommend cycling to almost all of our locations – the paddling points in the Helsinki metropolitan area and Korpilampi are easy to reach by bike. Getting to Nuuksio, Teijo and Repovesi by bike takes a little more effort, as they are usually further away from towns and residential areas.

Where do I find the equipment in Sipoonranta?

Walk to the guest harbour. The paddling point's large enclosed trailer with Natura Viva pictures and logos is next to the Sipoo Paddling Club's sheds at the edge of the guest harbour.

Where do I find the fatbikes at Korpilampi?

The rental is on the left when you face the hotel entrance. When you arrive on foot or by car in the inner courtyard by the reception, the rental door is on your right at the corner of the building.

When are the locations open?

Opening hours vary by location and season. You can find the current hours on each location page. Season pass holders can use the self-service points during the season also outside the rental opening hours – see the exact hours on the season pass destinations page.

Is the Kaisaniemi Paddling Point open?

The Kaisaniemi Paddling Point is closed until further notice. The nearest locations in Helsinki are Kivinokka, Vuosaari and Melontaranta.

Didn't find an answer? Send us an email: info@naturaviva.fi.

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