Rastila Camping Helsinki
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Whether it's a balmy summer evening by one of the countless lakes or a warm day on the beach, the south of Finland attracts campers with a wide variety of offers and a high density of campsites. Finland's north offers a breathtaking atmosphere: when the northern lights appear in the sky between the snow-covered winds, the holiday becomes an experience for young and old.
A camping holiday in Finland promises a wide variety of experiences. The campsites on the coast and by the lakes are particularly popular in the warm summer months. Finland's 40 national parks also make it easy to combine a nature holiday with camping by the water. The Finnish right of public access allows everyone to roam freely in nature, go fishing or pick berries and mushrooms.
Further north, there are many ski resorts that attract visitors to Finland, especially in winter. But the north also offers some special features in summer. For example, the sun never sets here between May and July and you can spot the Northern Lights in many places in the far north. By the way, understanding Finnish is not a must, most Finns speak understandable English, so nothing stands in the way of a camping holiday.
Not all roads lead to Finland, but two routes are particularly suitable for travelling to the country. If you prefer the overland route, this leads via Poland, the Baltic States and - after a short ferry journey - to Finland. A total of around 2,200 kilometres must be planned for this route. It is a good idea to stop off in Lithuania or Latvia. Both countries offer a large number of campsites and a number of sights, which will make the stopover a pleasant one. The second route takes you across the Baltic Sea. A ferry sails from Travemünde to Helsinki in around 29 hours. The ferries leave Travemünde daily at 03:00 and arrive in Helsinki the following day at 09:00. To reach the German ferry harbour, drive to Hamburg in Germany and then take the A1 to Travemünde. Once you arrive in Helsinki, you can orientate yourself on the European roads to get to your destination. Whether you travel by land or ferry is a matter of personal preference.
There is a wide range of recommended destinations for camping in Finland. The south is characterised by vast forest and lake landscapes with over 188,000 lakes. On the coast you will find the largest archipelago in the world, characterised by a maritime lifestyle. But Finland offers not only breathtaking nature, but also culture. Major cities such as Helsinki, Tampere and Turku stand out here. The north of the country is in no way inferior to the south. A winter wonderland unfolds here, with northern lights, snow castles and the Father Christmas village of Rovaniemi in Lapland.
The capital of Finland is also the country's cultural centre with a multitude of museums and galleries. Characterised by large parks and beautiful islands, the harbour city is located in the south of the country. A popular excursion destination is the Tuomiokirkko, Helsinki Cathedral, on the north side of Senate Square. Outside the city, accessible by ferry, is the Suomenlinna Fortress. Spread over six islands, the fortress not only offers historical attractions, it is also one of Helsinki's suburbs - with several hundred people living in the renovated fortress.
In the north of Finland lies the region of Lapland. While the sun barely sinks below the horizon in summer, the northern lights shine in the sky in winter. But they are not the only attraction in this region. The snow castle of Kemi stands out in particular. This ice hotel is built completely from snow every winter.
Due to its northern location, Finland is somewhat cooler than Germany. On average, summer temperatures are between 20 °C and 30 °C, while winter temperatures fall to between -5 °C and -15 °C. In the north, however, temperatures can reach -35 °C. In the north, however, temperatures can reach as low as -35 °C. In autumn, it is advisable to have rainwear to hand, while in summer you are well equipped with a T-shirt and trousers. In summer, the sun does not set between May and July. A trip between June and August is ideal for enjoying long, warm summer days at the campsite. The most important Finnish bank holidays, the summer solstice festival, also known as Midsummer or Juhannus, takes place at the end of June.