36 days in Finland, Scandinavia & Lubeck Itinerary
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Start: Hirtshals, Denmark
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Hirtshals, Denmark
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Lubeck, Germany
— 1 night
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Helsinki, Finland
— 5 nights
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Seinajoki, Finland
— 1 night
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Turku, Finland
— 2 nights
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Naantali, Finland
— 1 night
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Aland Island, Finland
— 2 nights
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Stockholm, Sweden
— 3 nights
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Vimmerby, Sweden
— 1 night
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Gothenburg, Sweden
— 2 nights
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Oslo, Norway
— 3 nights
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Hamar, Norway
— 1 night
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Alvdal, Norway
— 1 night
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Geiranger, Norway
— 1 night
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Orsta, Norway
— 1 night
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Fjaerland, Norway
— 1 night
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Bergen, Norway
— 3 nights
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Billund, Denmark
— 4 nights
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Hirtshals, Denmark
— 1 day
End: Hirtshals, Denmark
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Start off your visit on the 10th (Sat): admire the local landmark of Fontaene.
For ratings, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Hirtshals trip tool.
If you are flying in from Iceland, the closest major aiports are Aalborg Airport, Aarhus Airport and Billund Airport. In June, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 15°C. You'll have a few hours on the 10th (Sat) to wrap things up before traveling to Lubeck.
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If you are flying in from Iceland, the closest major aiports are Aalborg Airport, Aarhus Airport and Billund Airport. In June, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 15°C. You'll have a few hours on the 10th (Sat) to wrap things up before traveling to Lubeck.
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Lubeck, Germany — 1 night

City of Seven Spires
Start off your visit on the 11th (Sun): test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, examine the collection at Theaterfigurenmuseum, then see the interesting displays at Holstentor, then enjoy the sand and surf at Travemunde, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of An der Obertrave.
For photos, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, read Lubeck online visit planner.
Explore your travel options from Hirtshals to Lubeck with the Route module. Traveling from Hirtshals in June, expect nights in Lubeck to be about the same, around 13°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to Helsinki.
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Explore your travel options from Hirtshals to Lubeck with the Route module. Traveling from Hirtshals in June, expect nights in Lubeck to be about the same, around 13°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to Helsinki.
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Helsinki, Finland — 5 nights

Daughter of the Baltic
You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Nuuksio National Park and Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum. Venture out of the city with trips to Heureka (in Vantaa) and Porvoo (Cathedral of Porvoo, Castle Hill, &more). There's lots more to do: glide peacefully along the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, stroll around Kaivopuisto, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Kallio Church.
For where to stay, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, use the Helsinki trip planner.
Getting from Lubeck to Helsinki by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of car and ferry. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET) is 1 hour. Expect a daytime high around 21°C in June, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sat) so you can take a train to Seinajoki.
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Getting from Lubeck to Helsinki by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of car and ferry. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET) is 1 hour. Expect a daytime high around 21°C in June, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sat) so you can take a train to Seinajoki.
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Seinajoki, Finland — 1 night
Start off your visit on the 18th (Sun): make a trip to Aalto Center of Seinajoki, learn about all things military at The Civil Guard and Lotta Svard Museum, then see the interesting displays at Museum of South Ostrobothnia, and finally see the interesting displays at Etela-Pohjanmaan Traktorimuseo.
For where to stay, photos, maps, and more tourist information, read Seinajoki trip builder site.
Getting from Helsinki to Seinajoki by train takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of flight, taxi, and train. Expect slightly colder evenings in Seinajoki when traveling from Helsinki in June, with lows around 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) so you can take a train to Turku.
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Getting from Helsinki to Seinajoki by train takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of flight, taxi, and train. Expect slightly colder evenings in Seinajoki when traveling from Helsinki in June, with lows around 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) so you can take a train to Turku.
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Turku, Finland — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 19th (Mon): explore the landscape on two wheels at Bike Rental - by Carfield, examine the collection at Luostarinmaen Kasityolaismuseo, walk around Kupittaa Park, then let little ones run wild at Adventure Park, and finally test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms. On the next day, kick back and relax at Ispoinen Beach and Sauna, trek along The Archipelago Trail, then admire the landmark architecture of St Henry's Ecumenical Art Chappel, then take an in-depth tour of Ett Hem Museum, and finally see the interesting displays at Kylamaki Village of Living History.
Before you visit Turku, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.
You can take a train from Seinajoki to Turku in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In June, daytime highs in Turku are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Tue) so you can drive to Naantali.
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You can take a train from Seinajoki to Turku in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In June, daytime highs in Turku are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Tue) so you can drive to Naantali.
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Naantali, Finland — 1 night

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Wed): stroll around Kultaranta Garden, make a trip to Naantali Church, then find something for the whole family at Vaski Adventure Island, and finally wander the streets of Naantali Old Town.
For ratings, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Naantali travel website.
Naantali is just a short distance from Turku. June in Naantali sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Aland Island.
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Naantali is just a short distance from Turku. June in Naantali sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Aland Island.
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Aland Island, Finland — 2 nights
Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Thu): identify plant and animal life at Getabergen, steep yourself in history at Salis Batteri, then see what you can catch with JaRo Guiding, then see the interesting displays at Aland Hunting & Fishing Museum, and finally contemplate the long history of The Maritime Quarter. Here are some ideas for day two: examine the collection at Kastelholm Castle, explore the engaging exhibits at The Cultural History Museum of Aland, then learn about all things military at Aland Maritime Museum, and finally see the interesting displays at Museumship Pommern.
To find where to stay, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Aland Island road trip planning app.
Getting from Naantali to Aland Island by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus, ferry, and car. In June in Aland Island, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 10°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) early enough to drive to Stockholm.
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To find where to stay, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Aland Island road trip planning app.
Getting from Naantali to Aland Island by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus, ferry, and car. In June in Aland Island, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 10°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) early enough to drive to Stockholm.
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Stockholm, Sweden — 3 nights

Beauty by the Water
Start off your visit on the 24th (Sat): explore the historical opulence of Royal Palace, head off the coast to Skeppsholmen, appreciate the extensive heritage of Monteliusvagen, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Riddarholmen Church, and finally get a sense of history and politics at Parliament Building (Riksdagshuset). On the 25th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate the long history of Drottningholm Palace, ponder the world of politics at Stockholm City Hall, then get engrossed in the history at Vasa Museum, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Strandvagen.
To see more things to do, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Stockholm road trip planner.
Traveling by car from Aland Island to Stockholm takes 4.5 hours. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Aland Island to Stockholm. In June, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Mon) early enough to drive to Vimmerby.
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To see more things to do, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Stockholm road trip planner.
Traveling by car from Aland Island to Stockholm takes 4.5 hours. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Aland Island to Stockholm. In June, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Mon) early enough to drive to Vimmerby.
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Vimmerby, Sweden — 1 night

Start off your visit on the 26th (Mon): examine the collection at Mx World Collection, then find something for the whole family at Astrid Lindgren's Worlds guest, and then relax in the rural setting at Ingebo Hagar.
To see photos, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Vimmerby trip maker tool.
Getting from Stockholm to Vimmerby by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In June, daytime highs in Vimmerby are 23°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Tue) so you can drive to Gothenburg.
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Getting from Stockholm to Vimmerby by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In June, daytime highs in Vimmerby are 23°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Tue) so you can drive to Gothenburg.
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Gothenburg, Sweden — 2 nights
Little London
Kick off your visit on the 27th (Tue): kick back and relax at Saltholmen, then head off the coast to Vinga, and then step off the mainland to explore Stora Amundon. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: make a trip to Kvarnbyn, find something for the whole family at Liseberg Amusement Park, then identify plant and animal life at Anggardsbergens Naturreservat, and finally steep yourself in history at Skansen Kronan.
To find photos, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Gothenburg route planner.
Getting from Vimmerby to Gothenburg by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In June in Gothenburg, expect temperatures between 21°C during the day and 11°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Thu) so you can drive to Oslo.
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To find photos, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Gothenburg route planner.
Getting from Vimmerby to Gothenburg by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In June in Gothenburg, expect temperatures between 21°C during the day and 11°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Thu) so you can drive to Oslo.
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Oslo, Norway — 3 nights

Tiger City
You'll discover tucked-away gems like Sognsvann Lake and Oslo Fjord Boat Fishing. Step out of Oslo with an excursion to Semsvannet in Asker--about 38 minutes away. There's still lots to do: get to know the fascinating history of Oslomarka, stroll around Ekebergparken, explore the activities along Akerselva River, and stop by Kon-Tiki Museum.
For ratings, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, read Oslo tour builder app.
You can drive from Gothenburg to Oslo in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 22°C in June, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sun) so you can drive to Hamar.
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You can drive from Gothenburg to Oslo in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 22°C in June, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sun) so you can drive to Hamar.
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Hamar, Norway — 1 night
On the 2nd (Sun), pause for some serene contemplation at Furnes Kirke, see the interesting displays at Norwegian Railway Museum, then get engrossed in the history at Domkirkeodden, and finally look for all kinds of wild species at Hedmarksvidda. On the 3rd (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: learn more about the world around you at Mammuthus, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Gjovik Kirke, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Ringsaker Kirke.
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Getting from Oslo to Hamar by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive. In July in Hamar, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 13°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Mon) so you can travel to Alvdal.
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Getting from Oslo to Hamar by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive. In July in Hamar, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 13°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Mon) so you can travel to Alvdal.
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Alvdal, Norway — 1 night

To find maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Alvdal online vacation maker.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Hamar to Alvdal. In July, Alvdal is little chillier than Hamar - with highs of 20°C and lows of 7°C. You will leave for Geiranger on the 4th (Tue).
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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Hamar to Alvdal. In July, Alvdal is little chillier than Hamar - with highs of 20°C and lows of 7°C. You will leave for Geiranger on the 4th (Tue).
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Geiranger, Norway — 1 night
Pearl of the North
Start off your visit on the 4th (Tue): admire the sheer force of Storseterfossen, then examine the collection at Norwegian Fjord Centre, then pause for some serene contemplation at Geiranger Church, and finally look for gifts at Geiranger Sjokolade.
For more things to do, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, read our Geiranger online trip planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Alvdal to Geiranger. Traveling from Alvdal in July, plan for a bit warmer nights in Geiranger, with lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) early enough to drive to Orsta.
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The Route module can help you plan travel from Alvdal to Geiranger. Traveling from Alvdal in July, plan for a bit warmer nights in Geiranger, with lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) early enough to drive to Orsta.
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Orsta, Norway — 1 night
Start off your visit on the 5th (Wed): take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Kolastinden. On the 6th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: kick back and relax at Munken badeplass, then stroll the grounds of Volda kyrkje, then take in the dramatic natural features at Galten, and finally identify plant and animal life at Melshornet.
To see photos, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Orsta trip website.
Traveling by car from Geiranger to Orsta takes 3 hours. In July in Orsta, expect temperatures between 21°C during the day and 12°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Fjaerland.
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Traveling by car from Geiranger to Orsta takes 3 hours. In July in Orsta, expect temperatures between 21°C during the day and 12°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Fjaerland.
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Fjaerland, Norway — 1 night

For other places to visit, more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Fjaerland trip planner.
Explore your travel options from Orsta to Fjaerland with the Route module. July in Fjaerland sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C at night. On the 7th (Fri), you'll travel to Bergen.
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Explore your travel options from Orsta to Fjaerland with the Route module. July in Fjaerland sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C at night. On the 7th (Fri), you'll travel to Bergen.
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Bergen, Norway — 3 nights

City of Seven Mountains
Step off the beaten path and head to Troldhaugen Edvard Grieg Museum and Lepramuseet St. Jorgens Hospital. And it doesn't end there: take an in-depth tour of Hanseatic Museum and Schøtstuene, get curious at VilVite - Bergen Vitensenter, take in the waterfront at Bryggen, and explore the activities along Lille Lungegaardsvannet.
To find where to stay, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Bergen journey maker.
Traveling by car from Fjaerland to Bergen takes 4.5 hours. In July, daytime highs in Bergen are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) so you can fly to Billund.
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Traveling by car from Fjaerland to Bergen takes 4.5 hours. In July, daytime highs in Bergen are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) so you can fly to Billund.
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Billund, Denmark — 4 nights

Home of LEGO
Discover out-of-the-way places like LEGO House and Sondervig Beach. Explore Billund's surroundings by going to Laubjergs Rosenhave (in Ringkobing), Kvie So (in Ansager) and Danmarks Flymuseum (in Osterby). And it doesn't end there: cool off at Lalandia, have fun and explore at Teddy Bear Art Museum, enjoy the sand and surf at Hjerting Strand, and have fun at Monky Tonky Land.
For reviews and tourist information, use the Billund trip tool.
Getting from Bergen to Billund by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train and bus. While traveling from Bergen, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Billund, ranging from highs of 24°C to lows of 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Hirtshals.
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Getting from Bergen to Billund by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train and bus. While traveling from Bergen, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Billund, ranging from highs of 24°C to lows of 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Hirtshals.
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Hirtshals, Denmark — 1 day
Start off your visit on the 15th (Sat): see the interesting displays at Bunkermuseet Hirtshals, visit a coastal fixture at Hirtshals Fyr, and then admire nature's wide array of creatures at Nordsoen Oceanarium.
To see maps, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Hirtshals travel planner.
Getting from Billund to Hirtshals by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: fly; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Hirtshals when traveling from Billund in July, with lows around 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.
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Getting from Billund to Hirtshals by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: fly; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Hirtshals when traveling from Billund in July, with lows around 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.
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Finland travel guide
Land of a Thousand Lakes
Combining vast Nordic wilderness with bustling hip cities, Finland offers something to delight and surprise all its visitors. Generally speaking, the northern region is populated by unspoiled pine forests, glistening blue lakes, and a plethora of interesting wildlife, while the south is home to the nation's thoroughly modern urban centers. Although Finland holds the title of most sparsely populated county in the European Union, restaurants, bars, and nightclubs in cities like Helsinki, Espoo, and Tampere are often packed with fun-loving Finns. Do bring your dancing shoes, but don't forget your hiking boots either--you'll want to make use of the country's 37 national parks, spread throughout this "Land of a Thousand Lakes."