ARTICLE 07/04/2020

Outdoorlover’s checklist

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!

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Articles 01/06/2020

Destination ideas for boaters

Uuvi has an extensive network of destinations for those travelling on boats. Some of the harbours are also suitable for bigger yachts, whilst others are accessible only on smaller boats. Nautical charts available for downloading on each recreation area’s website help you land your boat. We have listed below a couple of areas, which will … READ MORE >

News 26/05/2020

Changes in Kopparnäs-Störsvik outdoor recreation area

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 >

Articles 18/05/2020

Self-service saunas and accommodation services in Gölisnäs open 1.6.2020

Uuvi’s self-service saunas in Byxholmen, Stora Hälsö, Gölisnäs and Pikku Leikosaari are open for the visitors from 1.6.2020. It is highly recommended to have a sauna only with your own company. Remember to take care of good hygiene also during the sauna time and please clean the sauna after you with good care. Gölisnäs services … … READ MORE >

News 09/04/2020

Traffic controlling during Easter and Uuvi’s saunas are closed

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 >

News 09/04/2020

List of outdoor recreation and nature areas in Uusimaa region

Most probably, there will be lots of people visiting outdoor recreation and nature areas during Easter holiday. Traffic jams and large crowd of people are expected even though those are very unwanted. Below is a list of several outdoor recreation and nature areas in Uusimaa region. All the links lead to an English webpage. You … Read more … READ MORE >

News 07/04/2020

Outdoorlover’s checklist

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 >

News 19/03/2020

Avoid overcrowding – choose a local green space or an alternative nature site

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 >

Articles 16/03/2020

Favour quieter destinations during these unusual times

Following the coronavirus guidelines and sunny weather at the weekend, people were inspired to go out in great numbers and some of Helsinki region’s outdoor sites became overcrowded. Uuvi’s recreation areas include many alternatives for the best-known destinations. We have put together examples of our outdoor areas for those locals … READ MORE >

Articles 12/02/2020

Uuvi’s winter sites TOP 5+1

The winter season is just as good for nature excursions as the summer. Extra layers for stopping for a break and hot drinks warm you up even in the coldest of conditions, and the darkness will not catch you unawares if you carry a head torch with you. Some of Uuvi’s recreation areas are particularly … Read more "Uuvi’s winter … READ MORE >

News 19/12/2019

UUVI wishes merry Christmas to everyone!

News 18/10/2019

Welcome to Uuvi’s English website!

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 >

Articles 27/10/2018

Uuvi & Accessibility

Which destinations are accessible to you? Uuvi produces detailed descriptions of its destinations to accommodate accessibility Text: Jonna Saari / Finland, naturally A hiking destination that is easy for one person may be too difficult for another. Uuvi produces material covering its around 40 areas for its website to help visitors determine if a … READ MORE >

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