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Viewpoints in Espoo
In the Espoo viewpoints series, I will introduce both well-known and lesser-known viewpoints in Espoo. There are plenty. Feel free to tip me off about new, photo-worthy spots. Espoo is Finlands second biggest city located in the Helsinki region.
A viewpoint is a somewhat tricky concept, but I consider it to be a place that is slightly elevated compared to its surroundings, offering a good view in at least one direction, and is at least partially public (such as a café). Therefore, the closed sauna on the top floor of an apartment building does not qualify, as it is not a viewpoint for the rest of us.
Viewpoint in Espoo: Leppävaara
Welcome to Leppävaara in Espoo. Just north of the station, about half a kilometer from Sello, you'll find fortifications that are presumably called the Leppävaara Fortifications. They are part of the fortifications surrounding Helsinki, built in the 1910s.
Viewpoints in Espoo: Friisinkallio
Welcome to Friisinkallio. In Espoo's Olari, you'll find rather impressive cliffs, accompanied by a nature reserve and a swamp.
Viewpoints in Espoo: Laajalahti Birdwatching Tower
The Villa Elfvik nature tower is located in Laajalahti, in the middle of a beautiful nature reserve. This picture shows the unique feature of the birdwatching tower: both the path to the tower and the access to the lowest platform are accessible.
Viewpoints in Espoo: Lähderanta
One of the most surprising viewpoints in Espoo can be found in Lähderanta, near the Laaksolahti sports park. The cliff top offers stunning views of Pitkäjärvi, and as a bonus, the ruins of the Dalsvik Manor gazebo can be found at the top of the hill.
Viewpoints in Espoo: Laturinkallio in Leppävaara
One of the finest viewpoints in Espoo can be found in the middle of Leppävaara. Laturinkallio offers stunning views, especially to the south towards Sello and the towers.
Viewpoints in Espoo: Jäniskallio in Nuuksio
A somewhat surprising viewpoint in Espoo can be found on the shore of Nuuksion Pitkäjärvi. On the west side of the lake is Jäniskallio. The hill doesn't seem very high when you climb it, but you reach a surprisingly high point, and the views are quite impressive.
Viewpoints in Espoo: The viewing platform of Nuuksio's Maahinenkierros Tour
One of the finest viewpoints in Espoo can be found in Nuuksio. Along the accessible Maahisenkierros route, there is an observation deck offering great views.
Viewpoints in Espoo: Ryssänkallio
One of the biggest surprises among the viewpoints in Espoo for me has been Ryssänkallio. Of course, I knew about the Ryssänkallio-Isosuo nature reserve, but I hadn't realized that the cliffs also offer decent views.
Viewpoints in Espoo: Stora Herrö observation tower
Welcome to one of the finest places in Espoo. The Stora Herrö lookout tower offers stunning views. The tower is situated on a rock, and the scenery opens up in nearly all directions. Stora Herrö can be reached by archipelago boat in the summer. Here is a picture of the tower looking almost directly northeast. In the foreground on the right is Rövargrundet.
Viewpoints in Espoo: Hyppykallio in Nuuksio
Hyppykallio is a high cliff and viewpoint in Nuuksio, right along Nuuksiontie. In english the name would be "Jumphill". The views also open up to Nuuksion Pitkäjärvi. You can also reach a spot half a kilometer away by bus.
Viewpoints in Espoo: Musslaxbergen
Musslaxbergen is a magnificent cliff and viewpoint in Kurttila, Espoo.
Viewpoints in Espoo: Kimlahti viewpoint
One magnificent viewpoint in Espoo can be found deep in the recesses of Suinonsalmi. When you travel as far east as you can along Matasaarentie, right next to Suvisaaristo, you will find great views to the north from the cliffs.
Viewpoints in Espoo: The cliffs of Kivenlahti
Kivenlahti coastal cliffs are one of the finest places, if not in the world, then at least in Espoo. The cliffs offer a great spot to admire the scenery.
Viewpoints in Espoo: Bergös bird tower
The Bergö Bird Tower is located in Suvisaaristo on top of a high cliff. The tower offers views far out to the sea.
Viewpoints in Espoo: Kasavuori in Soukka
One of the finest viewpoints in Espoo can be found at Soukka's Kasavuori. The views are impressive in every direction. This photo faces north, with Laurinlahti in the foreground and Kivenlahti in the background.
