Vartiosaari, paddle destination in Eastern Helsinki Archipelago
Vartiosaari island is known for its diverse nature and beautiful old villas. Rent a kayak or a rowing boat and spend a lovely day in the popular island.
It is easy to spend hours on exploring the natural and cultural landscapes of Vartiosaari. The island is nationally significant cultural environment and while admiring the old lace villas on the island you can immerse yourself for a moment in the archipelago atmosphere of old times.
Paddle to the eastern side of the island and climb up the trail to the Viikinkikallio rock. From there, the Eastern Helsinki Archipelago opens up in front of you in all its beauty. From Viikinkikallio, the nature trail leads you to the middle of the island where you can continue to enjoy the diverse nature which ranges from wild gardens of old villas to rocky plateaus, coastal meadows, woodlands and sheep meadows. There is a popular domestic animal stall on the island.
Vartiosaari, a hiking area for the whole family, is just a stone's throw away from the mainland. However, no bridges lead to the island, so the easiest option is to rent a kaya, rowing boat or a paddle board from Vuosaari Paddling Center.
Opening hours
From our paddling center you can rent equipments for your trip.
June and July:
Mon - Fri from 2 pm to 9 pm
Sat 10 am - 9 pm
Sun 10 am - 6 pm
August:
Mon - Fri 2 pm-8pm
Sat 10 am - 8 pm
Sun 10 am - 6 pm
September:
Weekdays from 4 pm to 8 pm
Sat and Sun 10 am-6pm
Public transport
See timetables: HSL Reittiopas
Metro connection from the center of Helsinki to Rastila metro station, from where you can take a bus number 560 towards Ramsinniemi. The interval between buses is approximately ten minutes. Exit at the intersection of Meri-Rastilantie road and Harbonkatu road, which is about 450 m walk down Harbonkatu road to the seafront.
Getting there
Address:
Harbonkatu 13
00980 Helsinki
Parking
There are parking spaces near the paddling center.
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