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Espoo's outdoor islands

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The city of Espoo has 10 recreational islands. Here you will find pictures and information about all of them. Additionally, a few other islands are featured where the city has significant land ownership and where outdoor activities are possible.

Espoo's outdoor islands: Iso Vasikkasaari

Iso Vasikkasaari is located just outside Matinkylä in Espoo. This charming outdoor island can be reached by archipelago boat. Iso Vasikkasaari covers 24 hectares and is primarily used for outdoor activities. The island is ideal for day trips, and overnight stays are prohibited.

Espoo's outdoor islands: Bylandet

Welcome to Bylandet, a recreational island managed by the city of Espoo. Bylandet is located on the Kirkkonummi side, in Porkkalanniemi. As an enticement, I will start with a photo that tells the island's history as a Soviet guard post. But now, on to the story of Bylandet...

Espoo's outdoor islands: Rövaren

Welcome to the Espoo archipelago. Rövaren is a recreational island managed by the city of Espoo, located less than five kilometers south of Soukanniemi. The island is popular, and for good reason: you can reach it by archipelago boat in the summer, and it has grill huts, firewood, and even a beach.

Espoo's outdoor islands: Iso and Pieni Lehtisaari plus Sumparen

This begins a new series: over the coming years, I will introduce all the islands in Espoo that can be visited. First up is a trio of islands: Iso and Pieni Lehtisaari, and Sumparen. Let's start our exploration with Sumparen, as it has one of the finest spots in Espoo. Initially, a view to the northeast. Notice the Tuomela boatyard, where boats were built until the 1960s (now private property).

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