In addition to nature adventures, Uuvi also offers its visitors sauna experiences. Our self-service saunas on Byxholmen, Pikku Leikosaari and Stora Halsö in the archipelago of Kopparnäs-Störsvik Recreation Area are always open and available to all visitors. There are certain shared rules to ensure that everyone can enjoy their visit to the … READ MORE >

The refurbishment work carried out at Palakoski Outdoor Recreation Area is almost complete. The improvements will bring more opportunities for outdoor people to enjoy nature and particularly the area’s impressive scenery and flowing waters. There are two signposted routes in the area. The Palakoski trail offers a great route for exploring the… READ MORE >

Making a fire is part of nature expeditions for many. It is a pleasure to cook your picnic on a campfire; a bonfire creates a cosy atmosphere and allows us to experience something that is hard to reach in our modern times. However, making a fire is not an everyman’s right; you need a permission … Read more "Bonfires only at campfire … READ MORE >

We have initiated the development of recreation services for the seaside area in Sandfjärden. The development work is part of the Everyone’s Sandfjärden project (Sanka), whose aim is to make the seaside area an even more well-run and attractive place to visit taking into account the needs and wishes of different groups of visitors. The … READ MORE >

Construction work in Sandfjärden, which is a part of Kopparnäs-Störsvik outdoor recreation area, begins on 26.5.2020. Due to that, there will be changes in the use of the area. The construction work is part of the bigger development of Kopparnäs-Störsvik outdoor recreation area. Parking area, campfire place, dry toilet, wood shelter and … READ MORE >

There is traffic controlling in Porkkalanniemi, Palakoski and Kopparnäs-Störsvik during Easter holiday. Saunas in Byxholmen, Stora Hälsö, Gölisnäs and Pikku Leikosaari are closed for the time being because of the coronavirus.… READ MORE >

Do you want to visit all the Uuvi areas? Here is a checklist for your addventures. Visit the area and make your tick on the list. Remember dos and dont’s during coronavirus time!… READ MORE >

Nature expeditions have become popular now that coronavirus-related restrictions mean that many places are closed and events are cancelled. Consequently, the car parks, break areas and campfire sites at the most popular outdoor recreation sites in Helsinki Region have become very busy. At the moment, the best outdoor destinations to visit are local… READ MORE >

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Uuvi, the Helsinki-Uusimaa Outdoors association wishes to welcome everyone to its recreation areas regardless of the visitor’s language! Our new English website is now live to serve our non-Finnish or Swedish speaking visitors. Uuvi offers destinations for recreation and outdoor activities. Our maintained recreation areas have services such as … READ MORE >